backwoodsman

noun

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as in mountaineer

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Recent Examples of backwoodsman Deep in the Bitterroot National Forest, this bear-dogging backwoodsman has vivid memories of the old days. — Drew Palmer, Outdoor Life, 15 May 2020 In the formal dining room, the couple entertained both dignitaries and Tennessee backwoodsmen, without regard for their station, and in a placid location behind the garden are their graves. — Patti Nickell, chicagotribune.com, 12 June 2017 Tepi was an accomplished hunter and tracker and a superb backwoodsman. — National Geographic, 17 Mar. 2017
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  1. mountaineer
  2. peasant
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  • The bodies of two Belgian mountaineers who went missing in the Swiss Alps more than three decades ago have been found, officials said.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 20 Aug. 2026
  • The most recent example occurred July 26 when a hiker on the Trift Glacier discovered the remains of two mountaineers who had been missing since 1992 – according to Swiss police.
    — James Powel, USA Today, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of mountaineer
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  • Mansour persevered, turning out bright canvases of olive groves and peasants that brought to mind his former home and were well received.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Andrew Garfield is not just a rebellious peasant in his upcoming action period drama.
    — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of peasant

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“Backwoodsman.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/backwoodsman. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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