barrowman

== English == === Etymology === From barrow +‎ -man. Prior to the introduction of underground tramways, coal was carried on barrows. === Noun === barrowman (plural barrowmen) (mining, historical) A putter: one who puts the tubs of coal from the workings to the cranes, flats, or stations, so that they can be conveyed to the surface. (historical) A street vendor selling fruit and vegetables from a barrow. ==== Related terms ==== barrow man