Chargeman (Noun)
Meaning
A workman employed to blast with explosives.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The chargeman descended into the mine shaft, carefully setting the explosives for the afternoon blast.
- The experienced chargeman checked his calculations, double-checking the explosive load before proceeding.
- Local officials were concerned about the qualifications of the new chargeman hired for the demolition project.
- Several years on the job had qualified him as a skilled chargeman, able to handle the most challenging blasting operations.
- His role as chargeman made him responsible for calculating the amount of explosive needed to safely demolish the structure.