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How to pronounce oilman in English?

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Type Words
Type of businessman, man of affairs
Has types wildcatter
Type Words
Type of skilled worker, skilled workman, trained worker
Has types rigger, oil rigger

Examples of oilman

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She was married to Texas oilman Tim Gallagher from 1968 until his death in 2000.
From the usatoday.com
A cattleman and his spoiled wife watch an upstart oilman try to take over Texas.
From the post-gazette.com
The famed oilman-turned-hedge fund wizard finds relief and some redress Saturday.
From the usatoday.com
This must seem odd those who think of Bush strictly as a swaggering Texas oilman.
From the theatlantic.com
The scruffy girl in gingham could be the daughter of a suddenly wealthy oilman.
From the economist.com
Until recently, Mr Brufau was also an unusual oilman in a more fundamental way.
From the economist.com
Barrymore's Rachel is shrill and dismissive, Danson's oilman has a soft streak.
From the sacbee.com
Either way, Mr Brufau can no longer be accused of being an oilman without any oil.
From the economist.com
An oilman goes native in a quirky Scottish town his Texas boss expects him to buy.
From the post-gazette.com
More examples
  • A person who owns or operates oil wells
  • A worker who produces or sells petroleum
  • An oil is any substance that is liquid at ambient temperatures and is hydrophobic but soluble in organic solvents. Oils have a high carbon and hydrogen content and are nonpolar substances. ...
  • A tradesman who sold oil for use in lamp lighting.