Synonyms for

Laborer

Verb / ˈleɪbɜ:ɜ: / Another word for laborer — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person who works hard, especially with their hands, to earn a living.

Synonyms & similar words

jack manuallaborer labourer worker employee hand craftsman mechanic builder artisan tradesman workman journeyman grafter toiler

Example sentences

  1. The laborer dug a hole in the ground to plant a tree.
  2. The construction worker is a type of laborer who builds buildings.
  3. The farmer is a laborer who plants and harvests crops.
  4. The factory worker is a laborer who works with machines.
  5. The carpenter is a skilled laborer who builds things with wood.

Quotes

  • Labor disgraces no man; unfortunately, you occasionally find men who disgrace labor. - Ulysses S. Grant
  • All labor that uplifts humanity has dignity and importance and should be undertaken with painstaking excellence. - Martin Luther King Jr.
  • It is labor indeed that puts the difference on everything. - John Locke

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