stationmaster
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of stationmaster
Example Sentences
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Greek media have reported that the automated signaling system in the area of the crash was not functioning, making the stationmaster’s mistake possible.
From Washington Times
The stationmaster testified Sunday before a prosecutor and an examining magistrate in Larissa to answer charges that include several counts of negligent homicide and bodily harm, as well as disruption of transport.
From Seattle Times
Authorities arrested the stationmaster at the train’s last stop, in the city of Larissa.
From Seattle Times
William Still was a stationmaster for the Underground Railroad, and Harper, inspired by his work with fugitives, turned to writing poetry for abolitionist newspapers, such as Frederick Douglass’ Paper and William Lloyd Garrison’s The Liberator.
From New York Times
When Dmytro became stationmaster at 26, he was one of the youngest in the country.
From New York Times
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