handman

English

Etymology

From hand +‎ man, modelled after handmaiden, etc. For the printing sense, see by hand.

Noun

handman (plural handmen)

1. (archaic, rare) A (male) servant; manservant
   • 2006, James Clemens, Shadowfall:

     No one knew how many Oracles would show up at each ceremony, seeking replacements for their lieges' handmaidens or handmen.

2. (printing) One who assembles printing type by hand.
   • 1918, The Industrial Education Survey of the City of New York, page 44:

     The handman reads copy and assembles type by hand, including straight composition, tables and display.