Stationmaster

usgb/ˈsteɪʃnmæstər/
noun

A person in charge of a railway station.

The stationmaster announced the incoming train is delayed due to weather conditions.
Visual representation of "stationmaster" - A person in charge of a railway station

Often appears as...

  • the stationmaster's office
  • the stationmaster announced
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Visual representation of "stationmaster"
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Job Responsibility

Refers to someone responsible for the operations of a train station, not just any employee.

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The stationmaster is busy coordinating today's train schedules.
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Authority Figure

The word implies authority and leadership within the railway system.

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Speak to the stationmaster if you have any complaints about the service.
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Historical Context

Historically prestigious, the role was essential for railway communication and efficiency.

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In the past, the stationmaster would communicate train arrivals using telegraph.
Visual representation of the word "Stationmaster"

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