workman

noun

work·​man ˈwərk-mən How to pronounce workman (audio)
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The street style roundup regular shrugged on a faded blue workman shirt—complete with a retro name-tag patch—over a navy pleated skirt and tank top for a chic outfit that was both effortless and effective. Freya Drohan, InStyle, 20 Jan. 2026 That workman-like answer from Beck, in many ways, encapsulates his approach all season with the Hurricanes. Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 7 Jan. 2026 And the workman joined in, meowing back at Arthur as his cries got progressively louder and faster. Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2025 That is, until one of the semi-clothed workmen and his thick muscles catch her eye. David Opie, IndieWire, 4 Dec. 2025 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 22 Jan. 2026.

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workman

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

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