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dogman

British  
/ ˈdɒɡmən /

noun

  1. a person who directs the operation of a crane whilst riding on an object being lifted by it

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However, he would rather die than plead his time of life in bar, and his faith in the dogman was unlimited.

From Mary Anerley : a Yorkshire Tale by Blackmore, R. D. (Richard Doddridge)

Last Tuesday," said the dogman, "he bit me on the ankle because I asked for cream in my coffee.

From Sixes and Sevens by Henry, O.

"You came not by the way of the ford, Sir?" the dogman asked, while considering the leathers.

From Mary Anerley : a Yorkshire Tale by Blackmore, R. D. (Richard Doddridge)

The dogman knew well that he jeopardized his life in either half of the journey; no little in going, and tenfold as much in returning through the snows of night.

From Mary Anerley : a Yorkshire Tale by Blackmore, R. D. (Richard Doddridge)

"I'd never dare to," said the dogman, awed at the bold proposition.

From Sixes and Sevens by Henry, O.