stevedore
|ste-ve-dore|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˈstiːvəˌdɔr/
🇬🇧
/ˈstiːvədɔː/
dock worker
Etymology
Etymology Information
'stevedore' originates from Spanish, specifically the word 'estibador,' where 'estibar' meant 'to stow or pack.'
Historical Evolution
'estibador' transformed into the English word 'stevedore' through maritime trade interactions.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to stow or pack cargo,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person who loads and unloads ships.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person employed at a dock to load and unload ships.
The stevedore worked tirelessly to ensure the cargo was loaded on time.
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Last updated: 2025/07/21 11:05