Definition

A man who is involved in hunting, often responsible for managing hounds and overseeing hunting activities.

Example

The huntsman led the pack of hounds through the forest in search of game.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new huntsman in our area?

Yeah, I heard he's really skilled and knows how to manage the hounds well.

I wonder if he'll take people out hunting with him this season.

That would be cool! I'd love to learn more about hunting from a real huntsman.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Huntsman → It is formed from "hunt" (from Old English *huntian*, meaning to chase or pursue) and "-sman" (an agent suffix meaning a person who). A huntsman is a person who chases or pursues game, typically in the context of hunting.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'chases' ('hunt') animals, and the '-sman' indicates that this person is engaged in that activity. A huntsman is someone who pursues game.

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