waterman
2 synonyms for waterman, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person who works on the water, especially rowing or ferrying passengers by boat.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Middle English, simply "water" plus "man" — a man whose trade was on the water.
Full origin of waterman →Frequently asked questions
What does “waterman” mean?
The word “waterman” means a person who works on the water, especially rowing or ferrying passengers by boat. In plain terms, someone who works or excels on the water, whether historically as a boatman or today as an all-around ocean athlete.
How do you use “waterman” in a sentence?
Here is “waterman” used in a sentence: “The waterman rowed passengers across the river for a small fee.”
What part of speech is “waterman”?
“Waterman” is a noun.
Where does the word “waterman” come from?
The word “waterman” comes from Middle English. From Middle English, simply "water" plus "man" — a man whose trade was on the water.
How many meanings does “waterman” have?
“Waterman” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who works on the water, especially rowing or ferrying passengers by boat.
Related words
Wasserman
waterwoman
