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English
Etymology
From steeple + jack.
Noun
steeplejack (plural steeplejacks)
- A person whose job involves climbing tall structures like steeples in order to make repairs.
1958, Saul Bellow, Henderson the Rain King:Whether it's a rigger or steeple jack or window washer or any person who has strong nerves and a skilled body.
Translations
person whose job involves climbing tall structures in order to make repairs
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