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steeplejack

noun

  1. profession
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Wiktionary

noun

Etymology: Etymology tree English steeple English jack English steeplejack From steeple + jack.

  1. A person whose job involves climbing tall structures like steeples in order to make repairs.

    “Whether it's a rigger or steeple jack or window washer or any person who has strong nerves and a skilled body.”