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  1. 1. n. Originally, a laborer on canals for internal navigation; hence, a laborer on other public works, as in building railroads, embankments, etc. Source: opted
  2. 2. n. a laborer who is obliged to do menial work Source: wordnet
  3. 3. Originally, a laborer on canals for internal navigation; hence, a laborer on other public works, as in building railroads, embankments, etc. [Eng.] Source: webster
  4. 4. Originally, a laborer on canals for internal navigation; hence,a laborer on other public works, as in building railroads,embankments, etc. [Eng.] Source: adambom
  5. 5. n a laborer who is obliged to do menial work Source: ecdict

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