goodman

Meanings

• noun

  A man who is honest and trustworthy, especially a rural landowner or farmer.

  - "The goodman of the manor was known for his generosity towards his tenants."
  - "After the death of the goodman, the estate was passed down to his eldest son."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with goodman
groomman , roomman , boomman

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Homophones

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1. goodsman (en) : A merchant or trader.
   

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Variants

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goodman , goodmen , Benjamin David Goodman , Benny Goodman , Goodman , Alfred G Gilman , Alfred G. Gilman , Alfred Gilman , Alfred Goodman Gilman , Gilman

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Etymology

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Originally meant a man who held land under the feudal system, from Old English 'god' (good) + 'mann' (man).

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Trivia

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1. The term 'goodman' is also used in the name of the Goodman Games, a tabletop role-playing game company.

2. In some parts of England, the goodman was responsible for maintaining the local church and its graveyard.

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Related Concepts

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1. landowner: A person who owns and manages land and property.

2. feudal system: A social and political system based on land tenure, where lords granted land to vassals in exchange for military service and loyalty.

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Culture

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In literature, the goodman is often portrayed as a benevolent and just figure, providing for his community and protecting them from harm. In art, he may be depicted as a strong and sturdy figure, symbolizing the virtues of honesty and hard work.

How to Memorize "goodman"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a kind and fair man, dressed in old-fashioned clothing, working the land and providing for his community.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'goodman' with the idea of a trustworthy and honest rural landowner.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Good Man' to remember that a goodman is a good, honest man.

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