Associations to the word «Pitman»

Pictures for the word «Pitman»

Wiktionary

PITMAN, noun. (plural "pitmen") One who works in a pit, as in mining, in sawing timber, etc.
PITMAN, noun. (plural "pitmen" or "pitmans") A connecting rod in machinery, especially in a sawmill.
PITMAN ARM, noun. An arm connected to the output shaft of a steering gear, aimed at moving the steering linkage to steer a vehicle's front wheels

Dictionary definition

PITMAN, noun. English educator who invented a system of phonetic shorthand (1813-1897).
PITMAN, noun. Someone who works in a coal mine.

Wise words

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