Brakeman ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Brakeman ( noun )

1. A railway worker who operates the brakes on a train.
2. A person who is responsible for operating the brakes on a vehicle, such as a train or a freight car.

Origin:

From the middle english brake + man, meaning a man who operates brakes.

Examples:

1. The brakeman applied the brakes when he saw the signals from the control tower.
2. The brakeman made sure the train was slowing down as it entered the station.
3. The brakeman was trained to handle emergency braking situations.
4. The brakeman checked the brakes before starting the journey.
5. The brakeman's job was critical in ensuring the safety of the passengers on the train.

(As a verb)

Brakeman ( verb )

1. A railway worker who operates the brakes on a train.
2. A person who is responsible for operating the brakes on a vehicle, such as a train or a freight car.

Origin:

From the middle english brake + man, meaning a man who operates brakes.

Examples:

1. The brakeman applied the brakes when he saw the signals from the control tower.
2. The brakeman made sure the train was slowing down as it entered the station.
3. The brakeman was trained to handle emergency braking situations.
4. The brakeman checked the brakes before starting the journey.
5. The brakeman's job was critical in ensuring the safety of the passengers on the train.