Meaning of the word boatman in English

What does boatman mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

boatman

US /ˈboʊt.mən/
UK /ˈbəʊt.mən/

Noun

a person who operates or works on a boat, especially one who ferries passengers or goods

Example:
The old boatman skillfully navigated the river.
We hired a boatman to take us across the lake.