English Explanatory Dictionary

tankman

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The (male) operator of a military tank.

Pronunciation

/ˈtænkmən/ /-ˌmæn/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-tankman.wav /ˈtænkˌmæn/

Word forms

tankman tankmen tank-man tank man

Etymology

From tank + -man (suffix denoting someone (possibly implied male) who is employed or holds a position in an area).

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