Dustman
noun
A person whose job is to collect garbage from homes.
Every Tuesday, the dustman comes to collect our trash.

Often appears as...
- dustman's cart
- dustman's job
noun
A person whose job is to collect garbage from homes.
Every Tuesday, the dustman comes to collect our trash.

Often appears as...
- dustman's cart
- dustman's job
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British Term
Primarily used in the UK, so it might be unfamiliar in countries using American English.

When I moved to London, I learned that 'dustman' is the British term for garbage collector.
Occupation Respect
Some may underestimate this job, but it's essential for keeping towns clean and healthy.

The hardworking dustman is a key figure in maintaining our neighborhood's cleanliness.
Scheduled Routine
Dustmen usually follow a schedule, which is important information for households.

Remember to put out your bins the night before the dustman's scheduled collection day.
British Term
Primarily used in the UK, so it might be unfamiliar in countries using American English.

When I moved to London, I learned that 'dustman' is the British term for garbage collector.
Occupation Respect
Some may underestimate this job, but it's essential for keeping towns clean and healthy.

The hardworking dustman is a key figure in maintaining our neighborhood's cleanliness.
Scheduled Routine
Dustmen usually follow a schedule, which is important information for households.

Remember to put out your bins the night before the dustman's scheduled collection day.
British Term
Primarily used in the UK, so it might be unfamiliar in countries using American English.

When I moved to London, I learned that 'dustman' is the British term for garbage collector.
Occupation Respect
Some may underestimate this job, but it's essential for keeping towns clean and healthy.

The hardworking dustman is a key figure in maintaining our neighborhood's cleanliness.
Scheduled Routine
Dustmen usually follow a schedule, which is important information for households.

Remember to put out your bins the night before the dustman's scheduled collection day.
Quote examples
Joe Wicks
British Author
One thing I had more than anything, I had love and support from my mum and dad. My mum used to say: 'I don't care if you become a dustman or a doctor, you can be who you want.

Quote examples
Frank Bruno
British Athlete
Mental illness can happen to anybody. You can be a dustman, a politician, a Tesco worker... anyone. It could be your dad, your brother or your aunt.

Quote examples
Joe Wicks
British Author
One thing I had more than anything, I had love and support from my mum and dad. My mum used to say: 'I don't care if you become a dustman or a doctor, you can be who you want.

Quote examples
Frank Bruno
British Athlete
Mental illness can happen to anybody. You can be a dustman, a politician, a Tesco worker... anyone. It could be your dad, your brother or your aunt.

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