farmworker

noun

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

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That the farmworkers’ cause continues today clearly demonstrates that the quest for justice and dignity remains larger than the crimes of some men. Lynn Dewoskin Covarrubias, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2026 An acclaimed playwright and director, Valdez recognized the impact of seeing one’s humanity reflected on stage and screen, using theater as a tool for social change while collaborating with farmworkers. Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 9 Apr. 2026 Jess reports on winery and vineyard acquisitions; controversial Napa land use debates; wildfires; a growing farmworker rights movement; and Wine Country’s most exciting restaurant and tasting room openings. Jess Lander, San Francisco Chronicle, 8 Apr. 2026 Unlike farmworker programs that focus on improving labor conditions, this initiative was designed to help people become farmers themselves and to eventually own and manage their own operations. Chase Hunter, Mercury News, 6 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for farmworker

Word History

First Known Use

1843, in the meaning defined above

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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 12 Apr. 2026.

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