Lumberjack
(noun)
A person who cuts down trees and harvests lumber as a profession.
Origin:
The term 'lumberjack' is derived from the word 'lumber' and has been in use since the late 18th century to describe a person who cuts down trees and harvests lumber.
Examples:
- The lumberjack worked tirelessly, his muscles straining as he swung the axe and felled the tree.
- The lumberjack was a rugged, outdoorsy type, comfortable in the forest and used to hard work.
- The lumberjack had a keen eye for identifying the best trees to harvest, and was skilled in the use of his tools.
- The lumberjack's work was essential for the growth and development of the towns and cities, providing the lumber needed for building and expansion.
- The lumberjack was a proud and hearty member of a long tradition of workers in the forests, dedicated to their craft and the land they worked.