Rougher

Pronunciation: /ˈrʌfər/

Rougher (noun)

  1. a person who works in mining, separating valuable minerals from waste material

Examples

  • The rougher worked tirelessly in the mine.
  • Roughers often face challenging conditions underground.

Common collocations: experienced rougher, hire a rougher, rougher duties

Synonyms of Rougher

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Rougher

  • describing texture or surface