yeoman
noun
A man holding and cultivating a small landed estate; a servant in a royal household; a petty officer in the navy.
Etymology
From Middle English yoman, perhaps from Old English *geaman "villager," from gea "region" + man "man."
Examples in Use
- 1.
"Yeoman farmers formed the backbone of rural society."
- 2.
"He did yeoman work organizing the event."
- 3.
"The Yeomen of the Guard protect the Tower of London."
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Fun Fact
Yeoman's work or service means hard, effective work—from yeoman farmers' reputation for diligent labor. The Yeomen Warders ("Beefeaters") still guard the Tower of London in ceremonial dress.
Word Game Tips
Letters: 6 letters (Y, E, O, M, A, N)
Scrabble Value: 11 points
Tip: The letter pattern in "YEOMAN" appears in many related words.
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