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Schaffner — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • conductor noun A person who directs an orchestra, choir, or other group of musicians.

Senses

Schaffner is used for these senses in English:

  • conductor (rail transport) A person who takes tickets on public transportation and also helps passengers.
  • ticket inspector A person who checks that passengers on a train etc have a valid ticket, and marks it so that it cannot be used again.

conductor — full definition

  1. noun A person who directs an orchestra, choir, or other group of musicians.
  2. noun A person who collects tickets and assists passengers on a train or bus.
  3. noun A material or object that allows electricity, heat, or sound to pass through it.

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