Definition

A person who works to operate an elevator, helping people go up and down in a building.

Example

The liftman greeted us as we entered the elevator.

Conversation

I saw a liftman at the new mall yesterday.

Really? I didn't know they still had those.

Yeah, he was helping people get to different floors.

That's cool! It must be nice to have someone assist you in the elevator.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Liftman → It is formed from "lift" (from Old English *lyft*, meaning to raise or elevate) and "man" (from Old English *mann*, meaning a person). The word "liftman" refers to a person who operates or is responsible for lifting, typically in the context of an elevator or lift.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'raises' ('lift') things and is a 'person' ('man') — that's why a liftman is someone who operates a lift.

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