groundworker

English

noun
Definitions
  • One who works on the ground, as opposed to an aviator, etc.
  • Somebody employed to dig trenches, foundations, etc. in the ground.

Etymology

Compound from English ground (that has been ground, earthing) + English worker.

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English

worker

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