boatman
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for boatman, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person who operates or works on a small boat, often as its captain.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From boat plus man, originally naming the occupation.
Full origin of boatman →Frequently asked questions
What does “boatman” mean?
The word “boatman” means a person who operates or works on a small boat, often as its captain. In plain terms, someone whose job is to operate a boat.
How do you use “boatman” in a sentence?
Here is “boatman” used in a sentence: “The boatman ferried passengers across the river all day.”
What part of speech is “boatman”?
“Boatman” is a noun.