Synonyms for

Labourer

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

Definition

A person who does hard physical work for a living.

Synonyms & similar words

laborer manuallaborer jack worker hand laborer employee craftsman artisan operative workman journeyman tradesman craftsperson mechanic technician

Example sentences

  1. The labourer carried heavy loads of bricks all day.
  2. The labourer used a shovel to dig a hole in the ground.
  3. The labourer repaired the roof of the building.
  4. The labourer painted the walls of the house.
  5. The labourer planted trees in the park.

Quotes

  • "A good labourer makes a good farmer."
  • "A labourer is worthy of his hire."
  • "The labourer's appetite works for him; his hunger drives him on." - Proverbs 16:26

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