noun কুতগ্রাহক; করগ্রাহক;
tollmen definition
Officials who collect tolls for the use of roads, bridges, or other public facilities.
tollmen শব্দটির synonyms বা প্রতিশব্দ
tollkeeper, toller, toll_agent, tollman, tollgatherer, toll_taker, toll_collector,
tollmen Example in a sentence
The tollmen collected dues at the ancient city gate, ensuring the passage of merchants and travelers.
With their axes held high, the tollmen inspected carts and levied fees based on the cargo weight.
The harsh penalties imposed by the tollmen deterred smugglers and discouraged illegal trade.
The tollmen’s vigilance ensured a steady income for the local treasury, funding infrastructure and public services.
As the tollmen patrolled the bridge, they scanned for counterfeit coins and arrested those attempting to evade payment.
The tollmen’s authority extended beyond collecting dues, serving as guardians of the town’s borders.
During wartime, the tollmen doubled as watchmen, alerting the town of approaching armies.
Some tollmen became wealthy due to the lucrative nature of their position, owning vast estates and exerting political influence.
As the tollmen aged, they often passed their posts to their sons, perpetuating a lineage of gatekeepers.
In the annals of history, the tollmen remain enigmatic figures, symbols of authority, commerce, and the ebb and flow of human society.