woodranger

/ˈwʊdræŋər/

Definitions

1. noun

A woodranger is an old term for a gamekeeper or forester who oversees a wood or forest, especially in the context of hunting or game management.

“The woodranger was tasked with ensuring the deer population remained healthy in the forest reserve.”

Synonyms

  • forester
  • gamekeeper

Antonyms

  • conservationist