Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
coal-heaver
noun
/ˈkoʊl ˌhiː.vər/
Definition
A coal-heaver is a person who loads and unloads coal, especially in a coal yard, ship, or other means of transport.
Examples
- The coal-heaver worked tirelessly to fill the ship’s hold with coal.
- In the industrial era, many coal-heavers were found in bustling ports.
Meaning
The term refers specifically to workers who deal with coal as a primary part of their job, often involving physical labor and manual handling of heavy sacks or loads of coal.
Synonyms
- Coal loader
- Coal porter
- Coal handler
