lightkeeper

noun

Meaning

A person responsible for maintaining and operating a lighthouse.

Examples

The lightkeeper climbed the spiral staircase every evening to trim the wick and polish the glass.
Modern automation has rendered the traditional role of the lightkeeper largely obsolete.

Synonyms: lighthouse keeper, beacon keeper, custodian

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lightkeeper

noun

Pronunciation: ˈlaɪtˌkiːpər

Definition

A person responsible for maintaining and operating a lighthouse.

Examples

The lightkeeper climbed the spiral staircase every evening to trim the wick and polish the glass.
Modern automation has rendered the traditional role of the lightkeeper largely obsolete.
During the winter storms, the lightkeeper was often isolated from the mainland for weeks at a time.

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