| 单词 | redcap |
| 释义 | redcap (once / 68717 pages) 1n 2n A redcap is a train station porter, a worker who helps passengers carry their luggage. If you're traveling to Chicago by train and taking your stand up bass with you, you'll need the assistance of a redcap. Redcap is an American nickname that's been used since the early 20th century, when porters actually wore red caps. Some people also use the words bearer or carrier — or sometimes baggage handler. This last term is more common at airports (along with the newer skycap), while porter and redcap are exclusive to railroad stations. British military police are also referred to as redcaps. WORD FAMILYredcap: redcaps USAGE EXAMPLESShe then arranged for him to breed this first-generation Cosmopolitan Chicken with the English Redcap in an exhibition at her gallery that year. New York Times(Oct 26, 2016) The number of new stores like Redcap's is rising at the same pace in recent years and existing retailers are staying open longer. Reuters(Apr 12, 2015) The families claim the Redcaps were not given enough ammunition and had "poorly functioning radio equipment" which left them unable to summon help when attacked. BBC(Jun 24, 2013) 1 n a porter who helps passengers with their baggage at a railroad station 2Hyper porter a person employed to carry luggage and supplies n a member of the military police in Britain Hyper MP, military policeman a member of the military police who polices soldiers and guards prisoners |
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