Coachman

/ˈkoʊtʃ.mən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who drives a horse-drawn carriage or coach.

The coachman skillfully navigated the winding roads as the passengers enjoyed the scenic view.

A driver of a coach, especially in the historical context when horse-drawn carriages were common.

In the 19th century, a wealthy family would typically hire a coachman for their travels.

A person who provides transportation services using a carriage or coach.

The coachman awaited the arrival of his clients at the grand hotel.

An attendant or servant responsible for the care of the horses and the carriage.

The coachman tended to the horses before setting off for the day.

Derived from 'coach', referring to a type of carriage, combined with 'man'.

The coachman's whistle

A signal used by coachmen to alert or communicate with passengers.

carriage

A wheeled vehicle for people or goods, often horse-drawn.

chariot

A two-wheeled vehicle drawn by horses, used in ancient times for racing or warfare.

A person who is overly controlling, akin to how a coachman controls a carriage.

He's such a coachman, always dictating what everyone should do.

Referring to someone who drives a large vehicle, often in a humorous way.

Look at him, he thinks he's a coachman in that big truck.