waylayer

/ˈweɪleɪjər/

Definitions

1. noun

One who lays or makes a way, especially by clearing or demolishing obstacles.

“The company hired a waylayer to clear the land for the new development project.”

2. verb

to clear or make a way through something, especially by removing obstacles.

“The workers had to waylay the trench through the dense forest to reach the other side.”

Synonyms

  • clearer
  • pathmaker

Antonyms

  • barrier
  • obstructor