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Definition of daysman
Definition: Daysman (dayz-mən) is a historical term that refers to an arbitrator, an elected judge, or an umpire. It can also mean a day laborer. It is sometimes spelled as deiesman.
1. In ancient times, when two parties could not agree on a matter, they would choose a daysman to settle the dispute.
2. The company hired several daysmen to work on the construction site.
The first example illustrates the use of daysman as an arbitrator or judge. The second example shows how daysman can also refer to a day laborer.
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Simple Definition
Term: DAYSMAN
Definition: A daysman is someone who helps settle a disagreement between two parties. They are like a judge or an umpire. In the past, they were also known as deiesman. Sometimes, a daysman is also a day laborer who works for a day's wage.
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