locksman

/lɒksmæn/

Definitions

1. noun

A person in charge of the locks of a canal or other waterway, or a person responsible for locking and unlocking doors.

“The locksman carefully monitored the water level in the canal.”

2. noun

A man who makes, repairs, or sells locks.

“The locksman set up his stall at the local hardware market.”

Synonyms

  • keymaster
  • lockkeeper

Antonyms

  • unlocker