What's the difference between
and
Enter two words to compare and contrast their definitions, origins, and synonyms to better understand how those words are related.

Deadman vs Leadman - What's the difference?

deadman | leadman |

In obsolete|lang=en terms the difference between deadman and leadman

is that deadman is (obsolete) a corpse while leadman is (obsolete) one who leads a dance.

As nouns the difference between deadman and leadman

is that deadman is (obsolete) a corpse while leadman is the male leader of a group of workers, who reports to a supervisor.

deadman

English

Noun

(deadmen)
  • (obsolete) A corpse
    • ''There is no deadman to be found at Deadman's Curve.
  • (construction) A long object, often a timber or log, buried to serve as an anchor for a wall or for stays.''
    • The building code requires deadmen for retaining walls.
  • (rail transport) A cutout device with operates in the event of driver incapacity.

    • leadman

    English

    Noun

    (leadmen)
  • The male leader of a group of workers, who reports to a supervisor.
  • (obsolete) One who leads a dance.
    • (Ben Jonson)