Dockworker
(noun)
- A person who works in a dock, loading and unloading cargo from ships.
- A worker who performs manual labor in a shipping or cargo handling area.
- A member of a labor union that represents workers in the shipping industry.
Origin:
Early 20th century: from dock + worker.
Examples:
- The dockworker used a crane to load containers onto the ship.
- The dockworker was responsible for ensuring that the cargo was properly loaded and secured.
- The dockworker had to be physically fit and able to work long hours in challenging conditions.
- The dockworker was a member of the International Longshore and Warehouse Union.
- The dockworker received training in the safe handling of cargo and the use of equipment.