swagman Definition
- 1a man who travels on foot carrying a swag (a bedroll and other personal belongings) in the Australian bush
- 2a tramp or hobo
Using swagman: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "swagman" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The swagman wandered through the outback, sleeping under the stars.
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The swagman carried all his belongings on his back as he walked along the dusty road.
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The old swagman had been traveling for years and had many stories to tell.
swagman Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with swagman
Example
Once a jolly swagman camped by a billabong, under the shade of a coolibah tree.
swagman's roll
a type of bread made by wrapping dough around a stick and cooking it over a fire
Example
The swagman cooked his dinner by making a swagman's roll over the campfire.
swagman's lunch
a meal consisting of cold meat, bread, and tea, traditionally eaten by swagmen while traveling
Example
The swagman stopped by the side of the road to eat his swagman's lunch.
Summary: swagman in Brief
A 'swagman' [ˈswæɡmən] is a man who travels on foot carrying a swag in the Australian bush. It can also refer to a tramp or hobo. Examples include 'The swagman wandered through the outback, sleeping under the stars.' and 'The old swagman had been traveling for years and had many stories to tell.' Phrases include 'jolly swagman,' 'swagman's roll,' and 'swagman's lunch.'
