Definition

A person who cuts down trees and processes them into wood for building or other uses.

Example

The lumberman skillfully operated the chainsaw to fell the large tree.

Conversation

Have you ever met a real lumberman?

No, I haven't! What are they like?

They're usually really strong and know a lot about trees.

That sounds interesting! I bet they have some cool stories.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lumberman → It is formed from "lumber" (from Middle English *lumber*, meaning timber or logs) and "-man" (meaning a person who). A lumberman is a person who works with timber or logs.

Memory Tip

Think of a person who works with 'timber' ('lumber') — that's what a lumberman does.

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