scaffolder

[skaf-uhld-er, -ohld-]

noun

1. a person who puts up scaffolding, a system of temporary connected platforms used to support workers and materials during construction, repair, or maintenance of a building.

   As a scaffolder I work both indoors and outdoors, often at extreme heights—it’s exciting, but physically demanding.

2. a teacher who practices the method of instruction known as scaffolding, in which the learner is supported in the application of each new skill until they can demonstrate it independently and use it to acquire the next skill.

   The scaffolder does not “teach” so much as model the task, manage the learning environment, and oversee activities.

Word History and Origins

Origin of scaffolder¹

First recorded in 1860–70; scaffold ( def. ) + -er ¹ ( def. )

Example Sentences

During the descent the scaffolder cycled down the narrow paths.

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In the recent cold snap, she was given scrap wood from a neighbour, who is a scaffolder, to heat her home.

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"I thought I’d go back to being a scaffolder, and Liv had her work in retail," explains Alex, with Olivia adding that the "constant attention was completely alien to both of us" and it took time for them to adjust to a new life.

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Meanwhile in Southampton, a scaffolder was jailed for 12 months after taking a knuckle-duster to an anti-immigration protest.

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Garry's friend, Chris Leach, 46, a scaffolder originally from Middlesbrough, says he met his wife here 21 years ago when he was working in the town.

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