woolman

[ wool-muhn ]

noun

, plural wool·men.

1. a person who buys and sells wool; wool dealer.

Word History and Origins

Origin of woolman¹

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; wool, man

Example Sentences

Master Woolman at the Worshipful Company of Woolmen, Manny Cohen, said Lewis' great grandfather, grandfather, and his brother, were all Lord Mayors of London.

From BBC

Lord Woolman said the "terrible tragedy" of Cerys' death underscored the dangers posed by Class A drugs.

From BBC

Fred Mackintosh KC, for McCairn, told Lord Woolman, sitting with Lord Matthews, that the sentencing judge had made mistakes in assessing the culpability of the teenager.

From BBC

Lord Woolman added that McCairn was remorseful and had experienced mental health difficulties in custody.

From BBC

It’s a point Woolman tries to make on every tour he gives now.

From Washington Post