farmworker

American  

[fahrm-wur-ker] / ˈfɑrmˌwɜr kər /

noun

1. farm hand.

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Etymology

Origin of farmworker

farm + worker

Example Sentences

In the state’s ethnic studies curriculum, Chávez is taught alongside other key figures such as Dolores Huerta and Filipino American labor leader Larry Itliong, with emphasis on the broader farmworker movement and its diverse contributors.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

She and other leaders are now trying to push forward the farmworker movement and continue the work that many women — not just Chavez — spearheaded.

From Salon • Mar. 22, 2026

And for the farmworker women who are leading this work, it feels more urgent than ever that they continue leading.

From Salon • Mar. 22, 2026

“Why after more than 30 years did she keep these secrets?” the 66-year-old Caleas said, referring to Huerta, who has said she did so to protect the farmworker movement.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

Now a golden sovereign for two nights was more than a fair rent, in the days when a farmworker might hope to make fifteen pounds in a good year.

From "Stardust" by Neil Gaiman