sumpman

/ˈsʌmpmæn/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who works on or operates a sump, especially a person on a ship or boat who is responsible for removing bilge water.

“The sumpman worked tirelessly to keep the vessel afloat by pumping out the bilge water.”

Synonyms

  • bilge rat
  • ship's pumpman

Antonyms

  • captain
  • ship's officer