Dairyman: meaning, definitions and examples
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dairyman
[ ˈdɛəriˌmən ]
profession related to dairy
A dairyman is a person who is engaged in the production and processing of milk and milk products from livestock, primarily cows. This occupation requires knowledge of animal husbandry, milking techniques, and dairy processing. Dairymen may be involved in all aspects of dairy farming, from breeding and feeding animals to managing milk production and ensuring quality standards. They often work closely with agricultural practices to promote sustainability and efficiency in milk production.
Synonyms
dairy farmer, milk producer.
Examples of usage
- The dairyman inspected the health of his herd before milking.
- A skilled dairyman knows how to maximize milk output.
- The dairyman sold fresh milk directly to customers at the market.
Translations
Translations of the word "dairyman" in other languages:
🇵🇹 laticinista
🇮🇳 डेयरीमैन
🇩🇪 Milchbauer
🇮🇩 peternak susu
🇺🇦 молочник
🇵🇱 mleczarz
🇯🇵 乳製品業者
🇫🇷 laitier
🇪🇸 lechero
🇹🇷 sütçü
🇰🇷 우유 생산자
🇸🇦 منتج الألبان
🇨🇿 mlékař
🇸🇰 mliekar
🇨🇳 奶农
🇸🇮 mlekar
🇮🇸 mjólkurframleiðandi
🇰🇿 сүт өндіруші
🇬🇪 რძის მწარმოებელი
🇦🇿 süd istehsalçısı
🇲🇽 lechero
Etymology
The word 'dairyman' originates from the combination of 'dairy', which refers to a place where milk is processed or obtained, and 'man', indicating a person involved in that trade or occupation. The term 'dairy' itself can be traced back to the old English word 'daege', meaning 'a woman who works in a dairy', which evolved over centuries to refer broadly to both men and women involved in dairy farming. The concept of a dairyman has been significant in agricultural practices since the domestication of cattle for milk production, which can be dated back to ancient civilizations. As dairy farming techniques evolved, so did the roles and responsibilities of a dairyman, which now encompass a range of tasks from animal care to product distribution.