landscaper

[ land-skey-per ]

noun

1. a gardener who does landscape gardening.

landscaper

/ ˈlændˌskeɪpə /

noun

1. a landscape gardener

Word History and Origins

Origin of landscaper¹

First recorded in 1960–65; landscape + -er ¹

Example Sentences

The hotel did not properly offer jobs to 28 former employees, including bell attendants, engineers, landscapers and lead cooks, according to the office of Lilia García-Brower, the state labor commissioner.

From Los Angeles Times

On top of being in comedy, you’ve also written an award-winning children’s book based on your father’s career as a landscaper, and another book on your mother’s love of plants.

From Los Angeles Times

The vaguely midcentury modern design, replete with hot tub, made for eminently comfortable digs — though threadbare towels and noisy landscapers detracted from the stay.

From Seattle Times

The lower prices only apply if her husband, a landscaper, does not make enough to exceed the monthly income limit.

From Seattle Times

Unfortunately, many landscapers don’t understand the minimum requirements set forth in the uniform building code.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• grower
• horticulturist