rangeman
- noun
- /ˈreɪndʒˌmæn/
- US
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vigilante
- The national park hired a new rangeman to help protect the wildlife and visitors.
Examples
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During the dry season, a rangeman is crucial for spotting wildfires early.
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The rangeman checked the boundaries of the reserve every morning for signs of trespassing.
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The rangeman patrolled the vast forest every day.
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A skilled rangeman can detect fires before they spread.
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The rangeman monitored the expansive landscape for any signs of wildlife poaching.
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In his role, the rangeman regularly walked the trails to ensure there were no hazards for hikers.
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To prevent accidents, the rangeman conducted daily inspections of the forest areas.
Synonyms
88
3.7
A person who watches and warns others about danger
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7.4
A person who watches a place to warn others of danger
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4.1
A person who guards a building or land, usually at night
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3.2
A person who guards a place at night
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3.6
A person who checks an area regularly to keep it safe
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7.4
A soldier who goes in front of a group to look for danger
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5.1
A man who watches for danger or police and warns others
A person who watches from a high building to spot danger
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
The word rangeman comes from range ('large area') and man, similar to the word ranger. So a rangeman patrols or watches over open land to spot hazards or problems.