Bumboatmen

/ˈbʌmboʊtmən/ noun

Definition

Plural of bumboatman; multiple men who operate bumboats and sell provisions to ships.

Etymology

Simple plural of 'bumboatman' using the standard masculine plural '-men'.

Kelly Says

Historical maritime records from Indian ports show bumboatmen formed tight-knit trading guilds and were often the most reliable source of fresh supplies for long-voyage ships.

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