Definitions

1. noun

A person or animal that is dead, especially one that has been buried in a grave or a structure that holds the dead.

“The archaeologists discovered the remains of a deadman in the ancient tomb.”

2. noun

A weight or device that is used to stabilize or hold an object in place, especially in a machine or a structure.

“The engineer attached a deadman to the crane to secure the heavy load.”

3. noun

A device or mechanism that controls or regulates the flow of fluids or gases, especially in a machine or a system.

“The deadman valve on the pipeline helped to prevent any further spills.”

4. noun

A person who is no longer active or engaged in a particular activity, especially a job or profession.

“After retiring from his career, he became a deadman to the music industry.”