serviceman
UK: ˈsɜːvɪsmən | US: ˈsɜːrvɪsmən
n. a man who serves in the armed forces or a similar uniformed service
n. a male employee who provides maintenance or technical support
The word "serviceman" combines "service," derived from Old French servise (Latin servitium, meaning "slavery" or "duty"), with "man," from Old English mann (meaning "person," later gendered). Originally, "service" referred to labor or duty, often in a military or feudal context. By the 19th century, "serviceman" emerged to denote men in military or uniformed roles, reflecting societal gender norms of the time. The term retains its gendered connotation but is increasingly replaced by gender-neutral alternatives like "service member."
The serviceman was honored for his bravery in combat.
A skilled serviceman repaired the aircraft’s engine.
Many servicemen transition to civilian careers after their enlistment.
The company employs servicemen to maintain its equipment.
He comes from a family of servicemen, with generations in the navy.