Quarrier: meaning, definitions and examples

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quarrier

 

[ ˈkwɒriər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

stone

A person who works in a quarry, extracting stone.

Synonyms

miner, quarryman, stonecutter

Examples of usage

  • The quarrier had been working in the stone quarry for over 20 years.
  • She hired a skilled quarrier to help with the extraction of the large stones.

Translations

Translations of the word "quarrier" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pedreiro

🇮🇳 पत्थर तोड़ने वाला

🇩🇪 Steinbrucharbeiter

🇮🇩 penambang batu

🇺🇦 каменяр

🇵🇱 kamieniarz

🇯🇵 採石工

🇫🇷 carrier

🇪🇸 cantero

🇹🇷 taş ocağı işçisi

🇰🇷 채석공

🇸🇦 عامل مقلع الحجر

🇨🇿 kameník

🇸🇰 kamenár

🇨🇳 采石工

🇸🇮 klesar

🇮🇸 steinnámumaður

🇰🇿 тас қазушы

🇬🇪 ქვისმჭრელი

🇦🇿 daşçı

🇲🇽 cantero

Etymology

The word 'quarrier' originates from the Old French word 'quarrier', meaning 'one who works in a quarry'. Quarries have been in operation for centuries, providing materials for construction and other purposes. Typically, quarriers use various tools and equipment to extract stone and other materials from the earth. The profession of a quarrier has evolved over time, adapting to new technologies and safety regulations.

See also: quarrying, quarryman.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,481, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.