sandwichwoman
- noun
- /ˈsændwɪtʃˌwʊmən/
- During the event, a sandwichwoman handed out flyers while walking with her advertising boards.
Examples
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Years ago, it was common to see a sandwichwoman promoting local theaters outside the stations.
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The sandwichwoman marched through the busy streets, drawing attention to the new cafe opening.
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The sandwichwoman stood outside the store all day.
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A sandwichwoman was promoting a new restaurant.
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The sandwichwoman positioned herself at the corner of the street, advertising the grand opening of a new boutique.
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As the parade passed by, a sandwichwoman caught everyone's eye with her colorful advertising boards.
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In the city center, a sandwichwoman strutted her stuff, showcasing the latest fashion sale to eager shoppers.
Synonyms
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9.9
A man who wears two advertising boards on his shoulders to show ads
Surface Forms
Morphology
sandwichwoman = sandwich + woman (semi-transparent) = sandwich + woman
The form is a clear compound 'sandwich' + 'woman', but the modifier 'sandwich' refers to 'sandwich board' (an advertising sign) rather than the food, so the meaning requires cultural knowledge and may mislead learners to think of food.
Etymology
The word sandwichwoman comes from sandwich + -woman: she stands with an advertising board in front and another behind, so she is 'sandwiched' between them. That's why it means a woman who advertises by wearing boards to show products or events.