English Word · Advanced
lengthman
A man employed to maintain an assigned stretch of canal, railway, or road
Pronunciation: /ˈlɛŋθmn̩/
Meaning
A man employed to maintain an assigned stretch of canal, railway, or road.
Example
The lengthman inspected his section of the canal each morning.
The lengthman inspected his section of the canal each morning.
Practice tips
- Practice lengthman 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 advanced-level learners.