Definition

A person who makes barrels or a tool used in mining that resembles a pickaxe.

Example

The tubber skillfully crafted a barrel from oak wood.

Conversation

I found an old tubber in my grandfather's shed yesterday.

Oh, really? What did it look like?

It was rusty but still seemed sturdy for its age.

That's cool! Those tools have a lot of history behind them.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'tubber' originates from Old English 'tubber', meaning a tub or container, specifically for holding liquids. It refers to a vessel used for storage or transport of liquids.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'tub' as a container for holding liquids, which helps you remember that 'tubber' refers to something related to a tub.

Visually Confused Words