tradesman
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for tradesman, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person skilled in a manual craft or trade, such as a plumber, electrician, or carpenter.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use tradesman
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a skilled tradesman
call a tradesman
local tradesman
Traditionally used for men; increasingly people prefer "tradesperson" or "tradie" (informal, chiefly Australian/British) as gender-neutral options.
Etymology
From trade + the suffix -s-man, following the same pattern as "craftsman" or "workman."
Full origin of tradesman →Frequently asked questions
What does “tradesman” mean?
The word “tradesman” means a person skilled in a manual craft or trade, such as a plumber, electrician, or carpenter. In plain terms, someone who works with their hands in a skilled trade, or someone who runs a shop.
How do you use “tradesman” in a sentence?
Here is “tradesman” used in a sentence: “They called in a tradesman to fix the leaking pipe.”
What is the opposite of “tradesman”?
The opposite of “tradesman” — its antonyms — is tradeswoman.
What part of speech is “tradesman”?
“Tradesman” is a noun.
How many meanings does “tradesman” have?
“Tradesman” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person skilled in a manual craft or trade, such as a plumber, electrician, or carpenter.
