cornerman
Noun
A coach, trainer or other assistant who attends to a boxer between rounds.
A player who can play both the small forward and power forward positions.
- Synonyms
A policeman assigned to an intersection to direct the traffic.
Usage- US usage
- Historical
- Examples
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This cornerman is taking time out to provide directions to a driver. Their easily recognizable white hats and regular presence on their corners made these officers readily accessible […]
Synonym of endman (“type of stock minstrel character”).
Word forms
cornermen