woodcutter
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/ˈwʊdˌkʌtər/
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/ˈwʊdˌkʌtə/
person who cuts wood
Etymology
Etymology Information
'woodcutter' originates from Old English, specifically the words 'wudu' meaning 'wood' and 'cutter' meaning 'one who cuts'.
Historical Evolution
'wudu' and 'cutter' combined in Middle English to form 'woodcutter', which has remained largely unchanged in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'one who cuts wood', and this meaning has remained consistent over time.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who cuts down trees or chops wood, especially as a job.
The woodcutter spent the day chopping logs for the winter.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45