noun
ferryman
FEHR-ee-muhn
Ferryman (noun) means a person whose job is to operate a ferry. Example: “The ferryman waved as the last car boarded before departure.”
noun
1
A person whose job is to operate a ferry.
"The ferryman waved as the last car boarded before departure."
How to use ferryman
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who runs or pilots a ferry.
Common pairings
the old ferryman
pay the ferryman
Vocabulary Flow
Build your vocabulary from words like ferryman.
Vocabulary Flow serves the next word, and the next — meaning, pronunciation and an example each time. Practice at your level, or learn English in your own language.
Start vocabulary practice
Word forms
- Plural
- ferrymen
Fill the gap
Can you complete this real example?
The _____ waved as the last car boarded before departure.
Etymology
From ferry + man.
Rhymes for ferryman
See all rhymes for ferryman →Frequently asked questions
What does “ferryman” mean?
The word “ferryman” means a person whose job is to operate a ferry. In plain terms, someone who runs or pilots a ferry.
How do you pronounce “ferryman”?
“Ferryman” is pronounced FEHR-ee-muhn (/ˈfɛɹ.i.mən/ in IPA).
How do you use “ferryman” in a sentence?
Here is “ferryman” used in a sentence: “The ferryman waved as the last car boarded before departure.”
What part of speech is “ferryman”?
“Ferryman” is a noun.
