woodman

[woo d-muh n]

woodman Definition

  • 1a person who cuts down trees and prepares the timber for transport
  • 2a person who lives or works in a forest

Using woodman: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "woodman" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The woodman was cutting down trees with his chainsaw.

  • Example

    The woodman lived in a small cabin in the forest.

  • Example

    The woodman was responsible for maintaining the forest trails.

woodman Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with woodman

  • woodman, spare that tree!

    a phrase used to express a plea for the preservation of trees

    Example

    Woodman, spare that tree! Touch not a single bough!

  • woodman's axe

    an axe used by a woodman to cut down trees

    Example

    The woodman's axe was sharp and well-maintained.

  • woodman's hut

    a small cabin or shelter used by a woodman while working in the forest

    Example

    The woodman's hut was located deep in the forest, far from civilization.

Origins of woodman

from Middle English 'wodeman', meaning 'a forester'

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Summary: woodman in Brief

A 'woodman' [woo d-muh n] is a person who works in a forest, cutting down trees and preparing the timber for transport. It can also refer to a person who lives in a forest. The term is synonymous with 'lumberjack,' 'forester,' and 'logger.' Phrases like 'woodman, spare that tree!' and 'woodman's axe' are associated with the profession.