black gang
The term "black gang" originates from the maritime industry, describing workers in coal-powered steamships' engine rooms, often covered in soot and grime.
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Definition
C1Maritime
(historical, technical)The crew responsible for operating and maintaining a ship's engine room, including tasks like feeding the furnaces.
Example
- The black gang worked tirelessly to keep the steamship running smoothly.
- Life as part of the black gang was grueling, with long hours spent in the heat and soot of the engine room.
Similar
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