flag·man

[flag-muhn]
noun, plural flag·men.
1.
a person who signals with a flag or lantern, as at a railroad crossing.
2.
a person who has charge of or carries a flag.

Origin:
1660–70; flag1 + -man

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flagman (ˈflæɡmən) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n , pl -men
a person who has charge of, carries, or signals with a flag, esp a railway employee

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Example sentences
No flagman is used when the winch truck is unloaded or when the truck is backed
  for long distances.
If a flagman is provided by the railroad, movement over the crossing is to be
  done under the flagman's direction.
The flagman waves the yellow caution flag during the race.
Flagmen and flagman warning signs shall be in place if applicable.
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