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noun

coachman

KOHCH-muhn

Coachman (noun) means a man employed to drive a horse-drawn coach. Example: “The coachman waited outside while the family attended the ball.”

noun
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A man employed to drive a horse-drawn coach.
"The coachman waited outside while the family attended the ball."

How to use coachman

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA man whose job is driving a horse-drawn carriage.

Word forms

coachmen plural, Coachmans plural

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The _____ waited outside while the family attended the ball.

Etymology

A compound of coach and man.

Rhymes for coachman

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Frequently asked questions

What does “coachman” mean?

The word “coachman” means a man employed to drive a horse-drawn coach. In plain terms, a man whose job is driving a horse-drawn carriage.

How do you pronounce “coachman”?

“Coachman” is pronounced KOHCH-muhn (/ˈkoʊt͡ʃmən/ in IPA).

How do you use “coachman” in a sentence?

Here is “coachman” used in a sentence: “The coachman waited outside while the family attended the ball.”

What part of speech is “coachman”?

“Coachman” is a noun.

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