surveyor

noun

sur·​vey·​or sər-ˈvā-ər How to pronounce surveyor (audio)
: one that surveys
especially : one whose occupation is surveying land

Examples of surveyor in a Sentence

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During the long-in-coming 2018 trial that forms the spine of Our Land, a surveyor testifies on behalf of the defendants, claiming ignorance about the proximity of the Chuschagastan compound. Alison Willmore, Vulture, 1 May 2026 Ensure the survey was conducted by a licensed surveyor and that the boundary markers and legal descriptions were properly reviewed. Gary Singer, Sun Sentinel, 30 Apr. 2026 Even the most complimentary appraisals of Raphael, which celebrate his multimodal genius—painter, draftsman, architect, poet, surveyor of antiquities—also mention his exquisite social tact and career climbing. Zachary Fine, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026 In total, surveyors estimate the tornado traveled 250 yards. Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 15 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for surveyor

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of surveyor was in the 15th century

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“Surveyor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/surveyor. Accessed 6 May. 2026.

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surveyor

noun
sur·​vey·​or sər-ˈvā-ər How to pronounce surveyor (audio)
: one that surveys
especially : one whose occupation is surveying land

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