torchman en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- (Australia) audio
Etymology
From torch + -man.
Meanings
- Someone who carries a torch.
- (slang) A cutting-torch wielder, a possible member of a safe-cracking team.
- (slang) An arsonist who specifically ignites fires.
- A member of a firefighting team who ignites back fires.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| torchmen | Number=Plur | lexicographic |