Longshoreman (noun)

A worker employed in loading and unloading ships at a port.

Origin:

The word 'longshoreman' is derived from the word 'longshore' meaning 'the land near the shore of a sea or lake'.

Examples:

  1. The longshoreman was an experienced worker, able to handle heavy loads with ease.
  2. The longshoreman was part of a union that protected the rights of port workers.
  3. The longshoreman was involved in a strike to protest low wages and unsafe working conditions.
  4. The longshoreman was proud of his role in the maritime industry, helping to move goods around the world.
  5. The longshoreman was trained in the proper use of equipment, such as cranes and forklifts, to safely handle cargo.
Some random words: eavesdrop, sinusitis, pen