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pointsman

UK
/ˈpɔɪnts.mən/
US
/ˈpɔɪnts.mən/

Translations

pointsmannoun
pointsmen
pl
UK
/ˈpɔɪnts.mən/
US
/ˈpɔɪnts.mən/
aiguilleurEmploi ferroviaire.
The pointsman ensured the train switched to the correct track to avoid a collision.
L’aiguilleur a veillé à ce que le train change de voie correcte pour éviter une collision.
agent de la circulationEmploi dans le contrôle de la circulation routière.
The pointsman stood in the middle of the busy intersection, skillfully directing the flow of cars and pedestrians.
L’agent de la circulation se tenait au milieu du carrefour très fréquenté et dirigeait habilement le flux des voitures et des piétons.
Synonyms
signalman
switchman
railroad worker
trackman

Definitions

pointsmannoun
A person who operates railway points, responsible for changing the direction of train tracks.
The pointsman ensured the train switched to the correct track to avoid a collision.
A traffic officer who directs vehicles at intersections, especially in areas without traffic lights.
The pointsman stood in the middle of the busy intersection, skillfully directing the flow of cars and pedestrians.
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