counterman
noun
a person who waits on customers from behind a counter, as in a cafeteria.
countermen
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pluralof counterman.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Harvey was known for his Yiddish-speaking Puerto Rican countermen and for serving deliciously seasoned chopped meat on white bread.
From New York Times ● Nov. 23, 2016
The politician asked the countermen at Town Hall to recreate the sandwich.
From New York Times ● Apr. 14, 2015
Mr. Addis and his two longtime countermen, Lewis Spada and Alex Ortiz, provide high-end, exceptional service in a low-key, familiar way.
From New York Times ● Mar. 5, 2011
In his 18th novel, Nevil Shute, onetime Royal Navy lieutenant-commander, proves again that he is one of the most expert countermen working literature's snack bar.
From Time Magazine Archive
Arnie Weinstein took to frequenting the townie bars, where he attempted to discuss Marxist theory with hostile countermen.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
