In 1780 James Alexander, lockman of Edinburgh, was by the city chamberlain paid for service at an execution 13s. 4d., with a fee of 2s. 6d. for the use of his rope.
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Lockman
Synonyms for "lockman" (4 found)
Ranked by relevance and common usage.
Closest matches (1)
Noun(1 words)
Strong matches (1)
Noun(1 words)
Related words (2)
Noun(2 words)
lock operatorlockkeeper
Choosing the right synonym
- Closest matches in this entry: executioner, gatekeeper, lock operator, lockkeeper.
- Sentence evidence is available for lockman, so synonym choice can be checked against real usage rather than a flat word list.
- Ranking signals come from derived_reverse, opengloss.
Synonym selection checklist
- Match the part of speech before comparing meanings.
- Check whether the synonym changes intensity, formality, or emotional tone.
- Read the replacement inside the full sentence, not just beside "lockman".
- Prefer the clearest word over the most unusual word when writing for speed or comprehension.
When not to replace "lockman"
Keep "lockman" when the sentence already sounds natural, when a synonym would add unintended emphasis, or when readers need the most familiar wording. A synonym should clarify or sharpen the message, not simply make the sentence look more varied.
If two options seem close, choose the one that best matches the audience and purpose of the sentence.
Replacement workflow
1. Preserve meaning
Choose a synonym only if it keeps the core idea of "lockman" intact in the sentence you are editing.
2. Tune tone
Check whether the replacement sounds more formal, casual, emotional, technical, or forceful than the original word.
3. Re-read context
Read the full sentence after the swap. Keep the synonym only when the sentence becomes clearer or more precise.
Review note: Synonym lists are ranked with lexical data and reviewed for practical writing value. Use the comparison notes, sentence evidence, and source labels together; a high-ranking synonym can still be wrong when the audience, register, or grammar changes.
Final fit check
After choosing a replacement for "lockman", read the sentence once for meaning and once for rhythm. The best synonym should feel natural in the full sentence, not only accurate in a word list.
If the synonym makes the sentence slower, vaguer, or more dramatic than intended, keep "lockman" or choose a simpler alternative from the closest-match group.
Related word relations
OpenGloss and ConceptNet supply richer edges like generalizations, collocations, and derivations.
More general
7 entriesMore specific
1 entriescanal lock operator
Collocations
5 entriescanal lock operatorcanal lock systemlock operator workflowlockman dutieslockman training
Inflections
1 entriesSample sentences
13 total sentences available.
At his back, the lockman reached up to grasp the noose dangling from the beam.
Source: wiktionary
In contrast, Spanish hangmen had their houses painted bright red, and in France, Italy, and the Netherlands executioners' homes were located as far as possible from the main population and significant political spaces, most often being placed outside of city walls. Here, in the Scottish capital, however, the lockman was purposefully lodged just meters from the burgh's civic, spiritual, and political heart of the mercat cross, St Giles' Cathedral, and Parliament House.
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the defendent must be summoned by the Coronor or his deputy (a lockman) to appear at the next court day, when the action is called in rotation.
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Showing 4 of 13 available sentences.
Common questions
What are the closest synonyms for "lockman"?
Closest matches include executioner, gatekeeper, lock operator, lockkeeper.
How should I check whether a synonym fits "lockman"?
Compare the replacement against real sentence context. This entry includes sample sentences so you can check tone, grammar, and meaning before swapping words.