handman en · NOUN
Etymology
From hand + man, modelled after handmaiden, etc. For the printing sense, see by hand.
Meanings
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(archaic, rare) A (male) servant; manservant
No one knew how many Oracles would show up at each ceremony, seeking replacements for their lieges' handmaidens or handmen.
2006, James Clemens, Shadowfall:
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One who assembles printing type by hand.
The handman reads copy and assembles type by hand, including straight composition, tables and display.
1918, The Industrial Education Survey of the City of New York, page 44:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| handmen | Number=Plur | lexicographic |