tradeswoman

[ treydz-woom-uhn ]

noun

, plural trades·wom·en.

1. a woman engaged in trade.

Gender Note

See -woman.

Word History and Origins

Origin of tradeswoman¹

First recorded in 1700–10; trade + 's ¹ + -woman

Example Sentences

Throughout the campaign and since entering office in January, the 34-year-old has touted her working-class roots and experience as a tradeswoman, despite being a graduate of Portland’s elite Reed College.

From Seattle Times

Theresa Cross, a tradeswoman who previously worked at the Iron Mountain camp, recounted an incident in which a former manager sexually harassed her and she shoved him away.

From Los Angeles Times

While going through a divorce, she learned of a pre-apprenticeship recruitment program called Bridging Outstanding Opportunities with Tradeswoman Skills, or BOOTS.

From Los Angeles Times

It’s not just the physically challenging work, the heavy equipment and the heights and digs that can threaten a tradeswoman’s safety.

From Seattle Times

“Ten years ago, we had happier times, and now we started to be demoralized because there is no income. It’s a bad situation for the youth,” said Lirie Shehu, 63, a retired tradeswoman in the capital.

From Washington Times