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woodlander

American  
[wood-luhn-der] / ˈwʊd lən dər /

noun

  1. an inhabitant of the woods.


Etymology

Origin of woodlander

First recorded in 1765–75; woodland + -er 1

Example Sentences

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The woodlander hesitated a moment as if he were considering.

From A Daughter of the Forest by Raymond, Evelyn

Believe I’ll suggest it to the magician—that’s what this woodlander is—and doubtless he’ll attend to that little matter!

From A Daughter of the Forest by Raymond, Evelyn

The other woodlander arose the moment the door was closed behind his companion.

From Sea-Dogs All! A Tale of Forest and Sea by Bevan, Tom

"Beatrix, does any woodlander come from the forest to the castle walls and there give signal intended for you alone?"

From The Strong Arm by Barr, Robert

Isoult, of course, as a born woodlander would know the whereabouts of Maulfry's dwelling from any side but the north.

From The Forest Lovers by Hewlett, Maurice Henry

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