What is another word for lighterman?
Pronunciation: [lˈa͡ɪtəmən] (IPA) 
Lighterman, a word used to describe someone who operates a barge or boat to transport goods on water, has several synonyms. One of the popular synonyms is a bargee, a term that is prevalent in the United Kingdom. Another synonym is a bargeman, used widely in the United States. A lighterman can also be referred to as a waterman, especially when they operate the vessel on rivers or canals. The term "navvy" can also be used as a synonym for lighterman, although it primarily refers to a laborer who constructs waterways instead of operating them. Regardless of the synonym used, a lighterman's importance in the transportation of goods is undeniable.
