lollipop man

Student crossing aide

A lollipop man is a person, typically employed by a school or local authority, who helps children cross the street safely.

The name comes from the round sign on a pole they carry, which resembles a lollipop.

British usage; the American equivalent is crossing guard.

The female counterpart is lollipop lady, though lollipop man often serves as the generic term.

role

crossing guard

Pedestrian safety official

  • patrolRegular surveillance route
  • escortOne who accompanies another
  • wardenSupervisory custodian of place

guardian · monitor · duty · watch · volunteer · retiree · morning shift · afternoon shift · school crossing · community service

safety

stop sign

Roadside traffic directive

dayglo · crosswalk · zebra crossing · pedestrian crossing · traffic control · warning · caution · protection · safeguarding · road safety

attire

uniform

Identical throughout

gloves · waterproof · raincoat · boots · armband · bright colors · safety gear

location

school gates

pavement · sidewalk · roadway · kerb · street corner · school zone · pedestrian crossing · drop-off zone · pickup area · residential street

culture

British

Of the United Kingdom

beloved · recognizable · nostalgic · generations · local hero · thank you cards · retirement gifts · school assembly

Categories
Opposites
road safety role

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Intoxicated vehicle operator

jaywalker

gender

lollipop manlollipop lady

Pedestrian crossing supervisor

human vs. automated crossing control

lollipop mantraffic light

Road signal device

traffic signal · zebra crossing

Family

lollipop, lollipops, manliness, manhood, unmanned, manned, manning

Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G