waterman

/'wɔ:təmən/

Thân thiện

A waterman rows his small boat across the calm river.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A person who operates or works on a boat, especially for hire: A waterman is someone whose occupation involves navigating, rowing, or steering a boat, often providing transport on rivers or coastal waters.
   • A boatman or ferryman: Historically, a waterman was a person who transported passengers or goods across a body of water.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The waterman skillfully guided the small ferry across the busy river.
  • In the 18th century, a waterman was a common sight on the Thames in London.

Advanced Usage

• "To be a waterman": To have the profession or skills of a boatman.
  • He comes from a long line of men who were watermen on the Chesapeake Bay.

Variants and Related Words

• Watermanship (n): The skill or art of handling boats.
  • His excellent watermanship ensured a safe journey in rough conditions.

Synonyms

• Boatman: A person who works on or is in charge of a small boat.
• Ferryman: A person who operates a ferry.
• Oarsman: A person who rows a boat, especially as part of a team.

Related Phrases

• Waterman's knot: A type of knot used in boating.
  • He tied a secure waterman's knot to fasten the boat to the dock.

Học thuật

Noun

1. someone who drives or rides in a boat

Từ đồng nghĩa

• boatman
• boater