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lineman

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Noun — A worker who installs and repairs overhead power or telephone lines.

Etymology

Formed from line plus -man, originally describing someone who works on telegraph and power lines.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “lineman” mean?

The word “lineman” means a worker who installs and repairs overhead power or telephone lines. In plain terms, either a utility worker who fixes overhead cables, or a football player stationed on the line of scrimmage.

How do you use “lineman” in a sentence?

Here is “lineman” used in a sentence: “The lineman climbed the pole to fix the downed cable.”

What part of speech is “lineman”?

“Lineman” is a noun.

Is “lineman” a common word?

“Lineman” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “lineman” have?

“Lineman” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a worker who installs and repairs overhead power or telephone lines.

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