tiersman

/ˈtɪərmən/

Definitions

1. noun

A man or boy employed to tend or manage horses, especially in a stable.

“The tierman took care of the prize-winning stallions throughout the night.”

2. noun

A person, especially a man, who is employed to manage or work in a particular field or activity, such as the sea or a mine.

“The tierman of the fishing boat guided the crew through treacherous waters.”

Synonyms

  • groomsman
  • seaman
  • stablehand
  • stableman

Antonyms

  • landlubber
  • non-maritime worker