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lumbago
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lumberjack
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lumberjack

lum·ber·jack [ lúmbər jàk ] (plural lum·ber·jacks)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. feller of trees: a cutter and transporter of trees for lumber

2. dress 
Same as  lumberjacket


[Mid-19th century. <jack1]
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