quarrier

/'kwɔriə/ Cách viết khác : (quarryman) /'kwɔrimən/

Thân thiện

A quarrier uses a large saw to cut a block of stone from the quarry wall.

Definition

Noun: - A person who works in a quarry: A quarrier is a worker, typically a man, whose job involves extracting stone, slate, or other materials from a quarry.

Usage

The word "quarrier" is a specific occupational noun. It is used to identify a person based on their work in a quarrying operation. - The experienced quarrier knew exactly where to cut the granite slab. - Safety is a primary concern for every quarrier on site.

Advanced Usage

• Historical Context: The term is often used in historical or industrial contexts to describe workers from earlier periods when quarrying was more labor-intensive.
  • In the 19th century, the life of a quarrier was physically demanding and dangerous.

Variants and Related Words

• Quarryman (n): A synonym for quarrier; a worker in a quarry.
  • The quarryman operated the heavy drilling machinery.

Synonyms

• Stonecutter: A worker who cuts or carves stone.
• Quarry worker: A more general, descriptive term for someone employed in a quarry.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a man who works in a quarry

Từ đồng nghĩa

• quarryman