"masterman" meaning in English

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Noun

IPA: /ˈmɑː.stəˌmən/ [UK], /ˈmæs.tɚˌmən/ [US] Forms: mastermen [plural]
Etymology: From master + -man. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|master|man}} master + -man Head templates: {{en-noun|mastermen}} masterman (plural mastermen)
  1. (historical) A master craftsman, often employing apprentices or journeymen. Tags: historical Categories (topical): Occupations, People Related terms: apprentice, journeyman

Inflected forms

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