rouster
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of rouster
Example Sentences
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Rake open the fire an’ build you a rouster, an’ make yourselves to home.
From A Hero of Ticonderoga by Robinson, Rowland E.
The succulent catfish is easily obtainable for food, and the wages of the roustabout—or "rouster," as he is called for short—are good.
From American Adventures A Second Trip 'Abroad at home' by Morgan, Wallace
The rouster, in his red undershirt, with a bale hook hung in his belt, is a figure to fascinate the eye.
From American Adventures A Second Trip 'Abroad at home' by Morgan, Wallace
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