gasman

noun — 4 senses

gasman

noun

Etymology From gas + man.

1

Colloquial A worker for a company that supplies gas (in the sense of the gaseous fuel), especially one who visits premises to read the meter, test appliances etc.

  • I spent all morning waiting for the gasman to call.
2

A man employed in the manufacture of gas.

3

The man who controls the lights of the stage.

4

Slang A worthless person (male)

Related terms
gasfitter

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