mole-catcher

A mole-catcher checks his traps in a grassy field.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A person who catches moles: "mole-catcher" refers to an individual whose occupation is to trap or remove moles, typically from gardens, farms, or other land where moles are considered pests.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The mole-catcher was called to the farm to deal with the infestation. (A person hired to catch moles.)
  • In rural areas, a mole-catcher might use traps or other methods to control the mole population. (An individual specialized in mole removal.)

Advanced Usage

• "Mole-catcher" as a historical profession: In the past, mole-catchers were common in agricultural communities, often using specific skills and tools to manage mole damage.
  • The old village records mention a mole-catcher who was paid a small wage for his services. (A professional mole remover in historical context.)

Variants and Related Words

• Mole (n): a small burrowing mammal with dark fur, often considered a pest.

  • The mole dug tunnels across the lawn. (The animal itself.)

• Catcher (n): a person who catches something, often used in compounds like "mole-catcher" or "rat-catcher."

  • The baseball catcher wore protective gear. (A person who catches, but not the same as mole-catcher.)

Synonyms

• Mole trapper: a person who traps moles.
  • The mole trapper set up snares in the garden. (A synonym for mole-catcher.)

Related Idioms

• To make a mountain out of a molehill: to exaggerate a minor issue.
  • He worried about the small stain, making a mountain out of a molehill. (An idiom unrelated to mole-catchers but containing "mole.")