outdoorsman

noun

out·​doors·​man ˌau̇t-ˈdȯrz-mən How to pronounce outdoorsman (audio)
ˈau̇t-ˈdȯrz-
: one who spends much time in the outdoors or in outdoor activities
outdoorsmanship noun

Examples of outdoorsman in a Sentence

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An avid outdoorsman, Webb managed a farm and hunting lodge and enjoyed offshore fishing and boating. Los Angeles Times, 25 Mar. 2026 Aujay was a survivalist, an experienced runner, and a self-efficient outdoorsman. Madison Dapcevich, Outside, 21 Mar. 2026 He was described as an avid outdoorsman, a diver and a motorcycle rider, and as a devoted family man who was deeply committed to his Catholic faith. Ray Campos, CBS News, 20 Mar. 2026 An outdoorsman who enjoyed hiking, Klinner was also ready to help others. David A. Lieb, Fortune, 14 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for outdoorsman

Word History

First Known Use

1918, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of outdoorsman was in 1918

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“Outdoorsman.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outdoorsman. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.

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