forester
noun
a person who is expert in forestry.
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forester
1 American
[fawr-uh-ster, for-]
/ ˈfɔr ə stər, ˈfɒr- /
Forester
2
American
[fawr-uh-ster, for-]
/ ˈfɔr ə stər, ˈfɒr- /
noun
forester
1
British
/ ˈfɒrɪstə /
noun
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a person skilled in forestry or in charge of a forest
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any of various Old World moths of the genus Ino , characterized by brilliant metallic green wings: family Zygaenidae
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a person or animal that lives in a forest
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(capital) a member of the Ancient Order of Foresters, a friendly society
Forester
2
British
/ ˈfɒrɪstə /
noun
Etymology
Origin of forester
First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English word from Old French word forestier. See forest, -er 2
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A retired forester, Fitzgerald spent his career working in the woods and removed thousands of ticks from himself over the years.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 25, 2026
The former forester was hired in just one week -- a swiftness that demonstrates a major problem facing Ukraine's economy amid Russian invasion: severe labour shortages.
From Barron's ● May 13, 2026
They were amazed to discover another forester during their surveys later on.
From BBC ● Jun. 15, 2025
As a licensed forester, Westerman wanted to overhaul federal forest management.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 11, 2025
There is, then, a whole battery of armaments available to the forester who is willing to look for permanent solutions that preserve and strengthen the natural relations in the forest.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
About 30% of buyers of the Subaru Forester SUV have opted for the hybrid version so far this year, according to Motor Intelligence.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 3, 2026
The company, which also owns brands like Woodford Reserve and Old Forester, is sliding toward a third consecutive fiscal year of declining sales.
From Barron's ● Apr. 29, 2026
Police said they had found their silver Subaru Forester near the town of Kilkivan near Gympie on Wednesday afternoon, after a largescale search by officers, the State Emergency Service and helicopters.
From BBC ● Mar. 12, 2026
Raise your glass to Jim Gaffigan for being THE pre-party for Thanksgiving with his latest offering, “Live From Old Forester: The Bourbon Set.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 10, 2025
"You know," she said, "I was happy to discover that you are not marrying Victoria Forester."
From "Stardust" by Neil Gaiman
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