bandsman

English

noun
Definitions
  • A player in a musical band, especially a military or brass band.
  • (mining) A labourer (loader) working with a band of men.

Etymology

Affix from English band (swaddling clothes).

Origin

English

band

Gloss

swaddling clothes

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