Synonyms for gaffer

Noun

1. old-timer, oldtimer, gaffer, old geezer, antique, old man, greybeard, graybeard, Methuselah

usage: an elderly man

2. gaffer, electrician, lineman, linesman

usage: an electrician responsible for lighting on a movie or tv set

3. foreman, chief, gaffer, honcho, boss, supervisor

usage: a person who exercises control over workers; "if you want to leave early you have to ask the foreman"