General
hewer
What does hewer mean?
A coal miner who worked at the coalface hewing coal.
"His da was a hewer at the pit."
Origin
From 'hew', to cut; a specific mining job.
Frequently asked questions
What is a hewer?
A hewer is a coal miner who worked directly at the coalface, cutting or 'hewing' the coal.
Where does 'hewer' come from?
It comes from 'hew', meaning to cut, and named a specific job within the pit.
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