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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

lockkeeper

/lɒkˈkiːpər/ noun · British & US
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What does lockkeeper mean?

noun

A person responsible for the operation and maintenance of a lock on a river or canal, typically living in a lock cottage.

Example

"The lockkeeper had been working on the river for over 20 years and knew every bend and turn by heart."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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