English Word · Intermediate
footplateman
A railway worker who is either a locomotive engineer or a fireman
Pronunciation: say footplateman
Meaning
A railway worker who is either a locomotive engineer or a fireman.
Example
Footplatemen, organised not by the NUR but by ASLEF, had threatened to strike in August 1917 in demand of an eight-hour day.
Footplatemen, organised not by the NUR but by ASLEF, had threatened to strike in August 1917 in demand of an eight-hour day.
Practice tips
- Practice footplateman 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 word is for intermediate-level learners.