Meaning of the word boatman in English

What does boatman mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

boatman

US /ˈboʊt.mən/
UK /ˈbəʊt.mən/

Noun

a man whose job is to control a small boat, for example on a river:

Example:
Boatmen transported goods to market along the river.