tradesman
/ˈtreɪdzmən
/noun (plural tradesmen)
A person engaged in trading or a trade, typically on a relatively small scale.The modernisation also meant that the abattoir could easily be used by individual butchers or groups of tradesmen....
- There's much talk at the moment about a general lack of tradesmen and hairdressers about the place.
- Another tradesman in Grattan Street said he heard the motorbike pull up and heard the shot.
Synonyms
shopkeeper, retailer, vendor, merchant, dealer, trader, supplier, stockist;
salesman, saleswoman, salesperson, tradesperson, wholesaler;
North American storekeeper
historical chandler, shopman, roundsman
craftsman, workman, skilled worker, artisan, employee, tradesperson, mechanic
