NAVVY
Source: 567
Nav″vy (?), n.; pl. Navies (#). [[Abbreviated fr. navigator.]] Originally, a laborer on canals for internal navigation; hence, a laborer on other public works, as in building railroads, embankments, etc.
Source: 567
Nav″vy (?), n.; pl. Navies (#). [[Abbreviated fr. navigator.]] Originally, a laborer on canals for internal navigation; hence, a laborer on other public works, as in building railroads, embankments, etc.