Backwoodsmen: meaning, definitions and examples
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backwoodsmen
[ ˈbækˌwʊdzmən ]
rural lifestyle
A backwoodsman is a person who lives in a remote, rural area, often characterized by a self-sufficient lifestyle and a connection to nature. They are typically skilled in woodworking, hunting, and farming. Backwoodsmen are often depicted in literature and folklore as individuals who prefer secluded life away from civilization.
Synonyms
frontiersman, mountaineer, pioneer, wild man.
Examples of usage
- The backwoodsman built his cabin deep in the forest.
- Many backwoodsmen hunt and fish for their food.
- She learned the art of survival from an old backwoodsman.
Translations
Translations of the word "backwoodsmen" in other languages:
🇵🇹 madeireiros
🇮🇳 वनवासी
🇩🇪 Waldarbeiter
🇮🇩 penebang kayu
🇺🇦 лісовики
🇵🇱 leśnicy
🇯🇵 山奥の人々
🇫🇷 forestiers
🇪🇸 madereros
🇹🇷 orman işçileri
🇰🇷 산속 사람들
🇸🇦 رجال الغابة
🇨🇿 lesníci
🇸🇰 lesníci
🇨🇳 森林工人
🇸🇮 gozdarji
🇮🇸 skógarmenn
🇰🇿 орманшылар
🇬🇪 პარკის მუშები
🇦🇿 meşə işçiləri
🇲🇽 madereros
Etymology
The term 'backwoodsman' originated in the early 19th century in America, combining 'backwoods', referring to remote areas that were often forested and undeveloped, with 'man'. It reflected the lifestyle of those who ventured into the wilderness to live, often far from established settlements. The backwoodsman embodies qualities of self-reliance and rugged individualism, typical of American frontier culture. Over time, the depiction of backwoodsmen in literature and media has often romanticized their way of life, highlighting a deep respect for nature and traditional skills.