workman

noun

work·​man ˈwərk-mən How to pronounce workman (audio)
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The building is in the process of renovation, workmen wandering about its floors on projects the Bilters estimate will run well into the seven figures. Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026 This game was all about Tarris’ workman-like performance. Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 23 Mar. 2026 The energetic patrons witnessed a workman-like effort. Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 22 Mar. 2026 Two workmen and an apprentice drive through Belfast at night, replacing old sodium streetlights with LED. Matthew Carey, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for workman

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of workman was before the 12th century

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“Workman.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/workman. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.

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workman

noun
work·​man ˈwərk-mən How to pronounce workman (audio)
1
2
: a skilled worker (as an electrician or carpenter)

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