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Meaning of dustman
A person whose job is to collect and dispose of garbage and other waste.
Etymology of dustman
The word "dustman" originated in the mid-19th century, derived from the Old English words "dūst" meaning "dust" or "powder" and "man" meaning "person" or "worker".
Historically, a dustman was responsible for collecting dust and ash from households, which were used as fertilizers or for other purposes.
Over time, the term has evolved to encompass a broader range of waste collection and disposal activities.
Synonyms
garbage collector
refuse collector
trash collector
waste collector
waste manager
sanitation worker
garbage man
trash man
refuse remover
waste remover
cleaner
sweeper
scavenger
street cleaner
municipal worker
public health worker
environmental worker
recycling worker
disposal expert
junk collector
rubbish collector
litter collector
bin man
waste disposal officer
refuse disposal officer
sanitation officer
environmental officer
public health officer
hygiene worker
cleanliness worker
refuse handler
waste handler
Definitions
- A dustman is a person employed to collect and dispose of household and commercial waste, typically using a refuse truck.
- * The term is often used informally to refer to anyone who collects waste, including garbage collectors, refuse collectors, and sanitation workers.
Usage Examples
- The dustman came to our house every Thursday morning to collect the trash.
- * As a child, I used to watch the dustman emptying the bins and wondered what it would be like to have his job.
- * The city hired more dustmen to improve its waste management services.