rodman
word
Definition
A rodman is a person who helps in land surveying by holding or moving a measuring rod to mark points or measure distances.
Usage & Nuances
'Rodman' is a technical term, mainly used in land surveying or civil engineering. It's not commonly known outside those fields. In job ads or project discussions, may appear as 'survey rodman.' Do not confuse it with the surname (e.g., Dennis Rodman).
Spanish: auxiliar topográfico - ayudante de topografíaPortuguese (BR): balizeiro - auxiliar de topografiaPortuguese (PT): balizeiro - auxiliar de topografiaChinese (Simplified): 测杆员 - 测量助手Chinese (Traditional): 測桿員 - 測量助手Hindi: रॉडमैन (सर्वेक्षण सहायक)Arabic: عامل قضبان (مساعد مساح)
Example Sentences
The rodman held the pole steady during the survey.
basic
The engineer asked the rodman to move to the next point.
basic
A rodman is part of the survey team.
basic
Without the rodman, accurate measurements would be much harder.
natural
He worked as a rodman before becoming a surveyor.
natural
The rodman double-checked the mark before the measurement.
natural