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Meaning of handsignalman | Babel Free

Noun CEFR C1

Definitions

A person who gives a signal by hand, in particular on a railway.

Examples

“The 12.25 train⟳ travelled without incident over the single line and the pilotman saw⟳ the Vange handsignalman's green flag from about ½ mile away.”
“[...] 1. Handsignalmen, where needed, ought to wear⟳ a conspicuous orange/yellow cape (like⟳ many road workmen) to draw⟳ attention to them.”

CEFR level

C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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See also

handsiness handsoap handsome handsome , beautiful handsome devil handsomely

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