teams
ter
Plural
teamsters
1
someone who drives a truck or operates other heavy vehicles, often for transporting goods
A teamster is a person who drives a truck or operates other large vehicles, usually for transporting goods. They are responsible for delivering products to various locations, ensuring that the cargo is safely loaded and unloaded. Teamsters usually work long hours and may drive long distances, sometimes across states or regions. This type of work requires skill in handling large vehicles and knowledge of safety regulations. Many teamsters are part of labor unions that advocate for better working conditions and fair pay for their work.
- The teamster drove the truck across the country to deliver the goods.
- Every day, the teamster starts his shift before dawn.
- The teamster union negotiates better working conditions for its members.
- He assisted a fellow teamster with a breakdown on the highway.
- The teamster stopped at the weigh station to ensure the truck was within legal limits.
Synonyms:
2
the driver of a team of horses doing hauling