Definition

A person who wears a special gown, often to show their profession or academic status.

Example

The gownsman walked proudly during the graduation ceremony, showcasing his academic achievements.

Conversation

Did you see that new gownsman at the ceremony yesterday?

Yeah, he looked really impressive in that outfit!

I wonder what it takes to become a gownsman like him.

Probably a lot of hard work and dedication to his field.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Gownsman → It is formed from "gown" (from Old French *goune*, meaning a long, flowing garment) and "-sman" (meaning a man or person). A gownsman refers to a man who wears a gown, often in a formal or academic context.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'gown' as a long garment and '-sman' meaning a person — a gownsman is simply a man who wears a gown.

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