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Roustabout

usgb/ˈraʊstəbaʊt/Volume
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Industry SpecificPlay
Used mainly in particular jobs like circuses or oil fields, might not be known in all professions. SlideThe hiring manager was looking for an experienced oilfield roustabout.
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Physically DemandingPlay
Implies heavy physical work or manual labor that requires strength. SlideThe roustabout crew was worn out after setting up the circus tents.
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General TermPlay
Kind of a generic term for a worker, not describing a specific role. SlideAs a roustabout, he did various tasks from rigging to maintenance.