noun
- plural of overman; supervisors or foremen, especially in mining operations
Usage: mining; industrial
Examples
- The overmen inspected the mine shafts before the workers began their shift.
- Three overmen were assigned to supervise the coal extraction process.
- The company promoted several experienced miners to serve as overmen.
- Safety protocols required overmen to conduct regular equipment checks.
- The overmen reported directly to the mine manager about daily operations.