pickmen

/ˈpɪkmɛn/

Definitions

1. noun

Men whose occupation is to pick cotton or other crops.

“In the early 19th century, pickmen were a crucial part of the agricultural workforce in the southern United States.”

2. noun

In medieval times, men who were allowed to pick and choose their lord or master.

“The pickmen among the vassals held significant influence in determining the fate of the kingdom.”

Synonyms

  • cotton pickers
  • laborers

Antonyms

  • landowners
  • masters