English Expression · Intermediate
black gang
A group of workers who fed the furnaces of a coal-powered steamship or other vessel
Pronunciation: say black gang
Meaning
A group of workers who fed the furnaces of a coal-powered steamship or other vessel.
Example
The black gang worked in the sweltering heat of the ship's boiler room.
The black gang worked in the sweltering heat of the ship's boiler room.
Practice tips
- Practice black gang out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.