cantman
An Irish term for a male auctioneer, from the Irish cant meaning an auction or public sale.
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An Irish term for a male auctioneer, from the Irish cant meaning an auction or public sale. The word reflects the tradition of outdoor or public auctions in rural Ireland. Now somewhat dated but still understood in Irish English in auction and rural contexts.
The cantman knocked down fifty head of cattle before the morning was out.
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(Irish) A male auctioneer.
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