Definition

A man who works in the armed forces or is responsible for maintaining and repairing equipment.

Example

The serviceman quickly fixed the broken equipment before the mission started.

Conversation

I met a really nice serviceman at the repair shop yesterday.

Oh really? What did he help you with?

He fixed my car's engine in no time, he was great!

That's awesome! It's always good to find a reliable serviceman.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Serviceman** → It is formed from "service" (from Latin *servitium*, meaning the condition of being a servant) and "man" (from Old English *mann*, meaning a human being or person). The word "serviceman" refers to a man who performs service, particularly in a military or professional context.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'servant' ('service') who is a 'man' — this helps you remember that a serviceman is a man who provides service.

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