farmworker

noun

farm·​work·​er ˈfärm-ˌwər-kər How to pronounce farmworker (audio)
farmwork noun

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Public works crews initially covered the commemorative statue and massive 100-foot mural dedicated to Chavez and the farmworker movement on Thursday. Luzdelia Caballero, CBS News, 20 Mar. 2026 Community leaders had long pushed for Dallas to recognize the farmworker movement and figures such as Chavez. Devyani Chhetri, Dallas Morning News, 20 Mar. 2026 The abuses of one man will never diminish the extraordinary sacrifices, accomplishments, and legacy of the women of the farmworker movement. Ryan Carter, Daily News, 19 Mar. 2026 The city would also cancel events associated with the Cesar Chavez state holiday and instead identify ways to honor the farmworker movement, the statement said. Daniella Silva, NBC news, 19 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for farmworker

Word History

First Known Use

1843, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of farmworker was in 1843

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“Farmworker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/farmworker. Accessed 25 Mar. 2026.

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