Definitions

1. noun

A man who works in an oil field, especially as a roustabout or laborer.

“The roughnecks were working tirelessly to meet the oil rig’s production deadline.”

2. noun

A person who engages in a physically demanding or unskilled activity, especially one that is considered tough or rugged.

“The construction worker was a roughneck who had to deal with harsh weather conditions on a daily basis.”

3. adjective

Resembling or characteristic of a roughneck.

“The roughneck terrain made it difficult for the hikers to navigate through the dense forest.”