ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Gangmaster

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈɡæŋˌmɑːstə/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Gangmaster is a noun meaning A person who employs and directs large groups of (usually agricultural) manual labourers, especially those who are poorly paid and illegally employed.

Meaning

A person who employs and directs large groups of (usually agricultural) manual labourers, especially those who are poorly paid and illegally employed.

Example Sentences

Many who immigrate illegally fall victim to gangmasters, who exploit them for low pay under extreme conditions.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include master, workmaster, work-master, taskmaster, ganger, jobmaster.

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