Labourer
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈleɪ.bə.ɹə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Labourer is a noun meaning British standard spelling of laborer.
Meaning
British standard spelling of laborer.
Example Sentences
By the mid-19th century, the typical village was sharply divided between the landowning class and the landless, voteless and largely illiterate labourers.
This time was most dreadful for Lilian. Thrown on her own resources and almost penniless, she maintained herself and paid the rent of a wretched room near the hospital by working as a charwoman, sempstress, anything. In a moment she had dropped to the level of a casual labourer.
Word Forms
- labourers
Synonyms for labourer
Depending on context, synonyms include laborer.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include laborer, worker, workman, employee, maneuver, operator.
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