Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shantyman
noun
/ˈʃæntiˌmæn/
Definition
A shantyman is a person who sings songs known as shanties, typically while working on a ship or during labor tasks.
Examples
- The shantyman led the crew in singing sea shanties to synchronize their efforts as they hoisted the sails.
- As the waves crashed against the hull, the shantyman’s deep voice resonated across the deck, lifting everyone’s spirits.
Meaning
The term refers to a sailor or a workman who sings to keep rhythm with manual tasks, especially in maritime environments.
Synonyms
- chanty singer
- sailor
- deckhand
