tiler

[ tahy-ler ]

noun

1. a person who lays tiles.
2. Also tyl·er. the doorkeeper of a Masonic lodge.

Word History and Origins

Origin of tiler¹

Middle English word dating back to 1250–1300; tile, -er ¹

Example Sentences

Bricklayers, masons, roofers, roof tilers, slaters, carpenters, joiners and plasterers will benefit from cheaper visas and more relaxed employment criteria under the changes.

From Reuters

But for now, both expert and amateur tilers are just excited to have the long-awaited einstein tile in hand.

From Scientific American

Agbontaen, who worked as a tiler in Nigeria, sees the work permit as the key to getting a stable job in construction or a factory.

From Reuters

My best friend still to this day, his dad was a tiler.

From Fox News

In January, after failing to find local tilers, Welch hired a migrant from Syria identified by an employee.

From Seattle Times