tradeswoman

American  

[treydz-woom-uhn] / ˈtreɪdzˌwʊm ən /

noun

plural

tradeswomen

1. a woman engaged in trade.

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Gender

See -woman.

Etymology

Origin of tradeswoman

First recorded in 1700–10; trade + 's ¹ + -woman

Example Sentences

Throughout the campaign and since entering office in January, the 34-year-old has touted her working-class roots and experience as a tradeswoman, despite being a graduate of Portland’s elite Reed College.

From Seattle Times

While going through a divorce, she learned of a pre-apprenticeship recruitment program called Bridging Outstanding Opportunities with Tradeswoman Skills, or BOOTS.

From Los Angeles Times

It’s not just the physically challenging work, the heavy equipment and the heights and digs that can threaten a tradeswoman’s safety.

From Seattle Times

“Ten years ago, we had happier times, and now we started to be demoralized because there is no income. It’s a bad situation for the youth,” said Lirie Shehu, 63, a retired tradeswoman in the capital.

From Washington Times

Now she is on her way to becoming a skilled tradeswoman and is planning to set up her own business.

From BBC