Torchman

noun, slang

noun, slang ·Moderate ·College level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Someone who carries a torch.
  2. 2
    A cutting-torch wielder, a possible member of a safe-cracking team. slang
  3. 3
    An arsonist who specifically ignites fires. slang
  4. 4
    A member of a firefighting team who ignites back fires.

Etymology

From torch + -man.

Related phrases

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