- 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. n. a laborer who is obliged to do menial work Source: wordnet
- 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. 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. n a laborer who is obliged to do menial work Source: ecdict
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