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English

woodsman

|woods/man|

B2

/ˈwʊdzmən/

forest worker

Etymology
Etymology Information

'woodsman' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'wodesman', where 'wode' meant 'wood' and 'man' meant 'person'.

Historical Evolution

'wodesman' transformed into the modern English word 'woodsman'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a person of the woods', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person who works or lives in the forest, often involved in activities like logging or hunting.

The woodsman knew every tree in the forest.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45