Motorman: meaning, definitions and examples
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motorman
[ ˈmoʊtərˌmæn ]
rail transport
A motorman is a person who operates a motor vehicle or a train, particularly in the context of rail transport. This role involves controlling the train's speed, braking, and adherence to schedules. Motormen are responsible for the safety of passengers and equipment on board. Their duties may include routine inspections and basic maintenance of the train. Operating a train requires a deep understanding of railway signals and the ability to react appropriately to various situations encountered during travel.
Synonyms
conductor, engineer, train operator
Examples of usage
- The motorman signaled the start of the journey.
- She trained for years to become a skilled motorman.
- The motorman checked the equipment before departure.
- In heavy rain, the motorman had to slow down the train.
- As a motorman, he was responsible for hundreds of passengers daily.
Translations
Translations of the word "motorman" in other languages:
🇵🇹 motorista
🇮🇳 मोटरमैन
🇩🇪 Lokführer
🇮🇩 pengemudi kereta
🇺🇦 машиніст
🇵🇱 maszynista
🇯🇵 運転士
🇫🇷 conducteur de train
🇪🇸 maquinista
🇹🇷 demiryolu makinisti
🇰🇷 기관사
🇸🇦 سائق القطار
🇨🇿 strojvůdce
🇸🇰 strojvodca
🇨🇳 机车司机
🇸🇮 vodja vlaka
🇮🇸 lestarstjóri
🇰🇿 локомотив жүргізушісі
🇬🇪 locomotivi
🇦🇿 lokomotiv sürücüsü
🇲🇽 maquinista
Etymology
The term 'motorman' originates from the combination of the word 'motor' and 'man'. 'Motor' comes from the Latin 'movere', meaning to move, and has been used in English since the late 19th century to describe machines that perform work by converting energy into motion. Initially, the term was used for vehicles powered by an internal combustion engine. As electric railways developed in the early 20th century, the term increasingly referred to individuals who operated electric trains. 'Man' in this context denotes a person, emphasizing the human role in operating machinery. The role of the motorman became critical in urban transit systems' expansion, particularly with the advent of streetcars and subways, further solidifying its place in railway terminology.