teamster

American

[teem-ster] / ˈtim stər /

noun

a person who drives a team or a truck for hauling, especially as an occupation.
a member of the Teamsters Union.

teamster British

/ ˈtiːmstə /

noun

a driver of a team of horses used for haulage
the driver of a lorry

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Etymology

Origin of teamster

An Americanism dating back to 1770–80; team + -ster

Example Sentences

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The teamsters have yet to reach an agreement with the university system.

From Los Angeles Times

While working as a production accountant on a sitcom, Susan met a teamster.

From New York Times

Lobbyists for Yellow had been in close touch with White House officials throughout the loan process and had discussed how the company employs teamsters as its drivers, according to the report.

From Seattle Times

The teamsters have vowed to continue trying to organize the company's warehouse operations.

From Reuters

The teamsters committed to spending “all resources necessary” to make the campaign successful.

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