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POINTSMAN Synonyms

There are 4 synonyms of the word pointsman. (exact relations)
There is 1 hypernym of the word pointsman. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for POINTSMAN

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signalman
nounn
noun

• a railroad employee in charge of signals and point in a railroad yard

switchman
nounn
noun

• a man who operates railroad switches

flagman
nounn
noun

• A man who carries a flag, especially one used for signalling.

pointman
verb, nounv, n
noun

• In combat, the soldier who takes point; the soldier who assumes the first and most exposed position in a combat military formation; the lead soldier/unit advancing through hostile or unsecured territory.

• (by extension) A most trusted assistant or associate; the person upon whom one would most rely.

Best Hypernyms For POINTSMAN

Here is a list of related hypernyms for pointsman, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Phrases (1)
traffic cop

Alternatives for SIGNALMAN

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