Woodmen Meaning in English
word · lemma: woodman
Definition
Woodmen are people, usually men, whose job is to cut down trees and gather wood, especially in forests. The term can also refer to members of certain clubs or organizations named 'Woodmen.'
Usage & Nuances
Old-fashioned or literary term, mainly replaced by 'lumberjack' or 'logger' in American English. 'Woodmen' can also be the name of fraternal organizations (e.g., Modern Woodmen of America). Use 'woodcutter' for someone cutting firewood, not large-scale logging.
Example Sentences
The woodmen worked in the forest cutting down trees.
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Three woodmen carried logs to the village.
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The woodmen built a big fire to stay warm at night.
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Once, a group of woodmen saved a lost child in the woods.
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"The woodmen always have the best campfire stories," said Tom.
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My grandfather was part of the Ancient Order of Woodmen.
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