Meaning of the word brakeman in English
What does brakeman mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
brakeman
US /ˈbreɪk.mən/
UK /ˈbreɪk.mən/
Noun
a person whose job is to operate the brakes on a train, especially in the past
Example:
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The old brakeman recounted tales of the early days of the railroad.
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He started his career as a brakeman before becoming a conductor.