timber cruiser

noun

1. cruiser ( def 6 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of timber cruiser¹

An Americanism dating back to 1890–95

Example Sentences

He then introduced the newcomer as Patsey O'Rell, a timber cruiser for a big lumber company.

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A timber cruiser in Knott County, Kentucky, once came upon an old woman chopping firewood beside the door of her one-room cabin.

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But the old creature, who lived alone, dismissed the timber cruiser with a wave of her bony hand.

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He is supposed to be a timber-cruiser and log-sealer, but I reckon he doesn't work very hard at his trade.

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The timber cruiser hears the story of the fat boy's prowess.

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