Ferryman

Pronunciation: /ˈfɛriˌmæn/

Definitions of ferryman

noun A person who operates a ferry, transporting people, vehicles, or goods across a body of water.

Example Sentences

A1 The ferryman helped people cross the river.

A2 The ferryman navigated the boat across the choppy waters.

B1 The ferryman collected fares from passengers before setting sail.

B2 The experienced ferryman knew the safest routes to take during stormy weather.

C1 The ferryman's knowledge of the river's currents and tides was unparalleled.

C2 The ferryman was hailed as a hero for rescuing stranded travelers during a flood.

Examples of ferryman in a Sentence

formal The ferryman navigated the boat across the river with precision.

informal The ferryman was super chill and made sure we got across the river safely.

slang The ferryman was a total boss at getting us to the other side.

figurative In life, we all have our own ferryman to guide us through the challenges.

Grammatical Forms of ferryman

• past tense: ferried
• plural: ferrymen
• comparative: more ferryman
• superlative: most ferryman
• present tense: ferryman
• future tense: will ferryman
• perfect tense: have ferried
• continuous tense: is ferrying
• singular: ferryman
• positive degree: ferryman
• infinitive: to ferryman
• gerund: ferrying
• participle: ferrying

Origin and Evolution of ferryman

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'ferryman' originated from the Old English word 'ferieman', which was derived from the Old English word 'ferian' meaning 'to carry or convey'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'ferryman' has retained its original meaning of a person who operates a ferry to transport people or goods across a body of water. However, with advancements in transportation, the role of a ferryman has become less common in modern times.