noun
yeoman
A diligent, dependable worker who provides valuable service.
She is a yeoman who keeps the community kitchen running.
Etymology
The yeoman's association with dependable, practical service produced the phrase yeoman service. The broader person-name emphasizes diligent and valuable work.
More examples
- The volunteers provide yeoman service during the annual food drive.
- He does yeoman work checking every detail before publication.
- The project depends on unsung yeomen who handle the daily tasks.
Forms
yeoman · yeomen
Similar words
- stalwart
- Emphasizes steadfast loyalty and support rather than useful work.
- workhorse
- Emphasizes handling a heavy workload rather than dependable service generally.