Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sandwich-man

noun

/ˈsæn(d)wɪtʃ mæn/

Definition

A person who advertises a product by wearing a sandwich board, a large sign carried in front and back.

Examples

The sandwich-man walked through the busy street, catching the eye of passersby with his colorful sign.
During the festival, a sandwich-man promoted the local bakery’s special deals.

Meaning

The term ‘sandwich-man’ refers to an individual who dons a signboard displaying advertisements, often promoting events, products, or businesses, and walks around in public spaces to draw attention.