gondolier
/,gɔndə'liə/
Definition
Noun: - A person whose occupation is to propel and steer a gondola, a traditional flat-bottomed Venetian rowing boat, especially in the canals of Venice.
Usage
- The term specifically refers to a professional boatman operating in Venice, Italy.
- It describes a traditional and iconic occupation associated with Venetian culture and tourism.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- Cultural Role: A gondolier is often seen as a symbol of Venice and a custodian of its maritime traditions.
- Tourism: In modern contexts, the role is heavily associated with providing guided tours for visitors.
Variants and Related Words
- Gondola (noun): The long, narrow, flat-bottomed boat that a gondolier propels.
- Gondoliera (noun, rare/feminine): A female gondolier.
Synonyms
- Boatman
- Oarsman
- Ferryman (in a general sense, though not specific to Venice)
Idioms and Phrases
(No common idioms or phrasal verbs are directly formed with the specific noun "gondolier".)
Noun
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a (Venetian) boatman who propels a gondola
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