noun
skywalker
SKEYE-waw-kuh
noun
1
An ironworker who works at great heights on tall structures, such as skyscrapers or bridges.
"The documentary followed skywalkers building the new bridge tower."
How to Use Skywalker
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone whose job involves working high up on steel structures, like skyscrapers.
Word Forms
skywalkers plural
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Etymology
From "sky" plus "walker"; historically associated with Mohawk ironworkers famous for working fearlessly on high steel beams in New York City.