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Synonyms of banksman

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Another word for banksman is browman. Other synonyms of banksman are dogman, spotter, signalman, observer and lookout.

Synonyms and similar words for banksman

nounSynonym of browman.

  • browmanThe worker in charge of the cages at the pithead.

nounMore synonyms

  • dogman AustraliaAn assistant to a crane operator, responsible for securing the crane's load and directing the operator.
  • spotter USA person who gives directions for a crane or vehicle (that is challenging to navigate) from a different point of view...
  • signalman US
  • observer
  • lookout

Meaning of banksman

  1. noun The person who directs the operation of a crane or larger vehicle from the point near where loads are attached and detached.
  2. noun Synonym of browman.

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Questions about synonyms of banksman

What is another word for banksman?
Banksman has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as browman, dogman, spotter, signalman, observer and lookout.
What does banksman mean?
Banksman means the person who directs the operation of a crane or larger vehicle from the point near where loads are attached and detached.

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