Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ploughman

noun
ˈplaʊmən
Definition
A ploughman is a person who plows land, particularly one who works in agriculture.
Examples
  • The ploughman skillfully guided the horses as he worked the fields.
  • In rural communities, the ploughman’s role is essential for maintaining farmland.
  • The poem celebrated the life of a hard-working ploughman toiling from dawn until dusk.
Meaning
The term refers to someone engaged in plowing fields using a plow, which is often a vital part of preparing land for planting crops.
Synonyms
  • Farmer
  • Agricultural worker
  • Fieldworker
  • Plowman