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单词 sidewalk superintendent
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Definition of sidewalk superintendent in English:

sidewalk superintendent

noun
North American
  • 1A local official appointed to keep order on or oversee the maintenance of sidewalks.

  • 2Humorous an onlooker who watches and gives unsolicited advice at building sites, road repairs, etc..

Origin

Late 19th century; earliest use found in Milwaukee (Wisconsin) Daily Sentinel.

Definition of sidewalk superintendent in US English:

sidewalk superintendent

noun
North American
  • 1A local official appointed to keep order on or oversee the maintenance of sidewalks.

  • 2Humorous an onlooker who watches and gives unsolicited advice at building sites, road repairs, etc..

Origin

Late 19th century; earliest use found in Milwaukee (Wisconsin) Daily Sentinel.

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