Meaning & use
yeoman
Historically, a farmer who owned and worked a small piece of land; also a naval or ceremonial officer.
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The yeoman worked his modest farm without depending on a wealthy landlord.
Yeomen of the Guard still perform ceremonial duties at the Tower of London.
A note on using this word
"Yeomen" is the plural of "yeoman"; the phrase "yeoman's service" describes especially useful, reliable work.
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