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проводни́ца — meaning in English

provodnitsa

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English meaning

  • conductor noun A person who directs an orchestra, choir, or other group of musicians.
  • guide noun A person who shows others around a place or leads them along a route, especially one hired for the purpose.

Senses

проводни́ца is used for these senses in English:

  • conductor (rail transport) A person who takes tickets on public transportation and also helps passengers.
  • guide Someone who guides, especially someone hired to show people around a place or an institution and offer information and explanation, or to lead them through dangerous terrain.
  • 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.
  • tour guide One who provides assistance and information to people on organised tours.

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.

guide — full definition

  1. noun A person who shows others around a place or leads them along a route, especially one hired for the purpose.
  2. noun A book or document that gives instructions or information on a subject.
  3. noun A sign, marking, or device that helps direct movement, machinery, or attention.
  4. verb To lead, direct, or show someone the way.

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