Banksman
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Banksman is a noun meaning (mining) Synonym of browman.
Meaning
(mining) Synonym of browman.
More Meanings
- (UK, civil engineering) The person who directs the operation of a crane or larger vehicle from the point near where loads are attached and detached.
Example Sentences
It was signalled forward by a banksman and as it passed him at low speed, the amber lights on the level crossing illuminated, […] The banksman was facing away from the crossing when signalling the lorry driver and did not notice the crossing's activation for about five seconds, […] After being alerted by another member of staff, the banksman ordered the lorry to reverse as the barriers started to lower.
Word Forms
- banksmen
Synonyms for banksman
Depending on context, synonyms include dogman, spotter, signalman, observer, lookout, browman.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bankman, cranesman, brakesman, brakeman, signalman, craneman.
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