Definition of Navvy

1. Noun. A laborer who is obliged to do menial work.

Exact synonyms: Drudge, Galley Slave, Peon
Generic synonyms: Jack, Laborer, Labourer, Manual Laborer
Derivative terms: Drudge

Definition of Navvy

1. n. Originally, a laborer on canals for internal navigation; hence, a laborer on other public works, as in building railroads, embankments, etc.

Definition of Navvy

1. a manual laborer [n -VIES]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Navvy

navigation
navigation
navigational
navigationally
navigational chart
navigational instrument
navigational system
navigations
navigation light
navigator
navigators
Navratilova
navus
navvied
navvies
navvy (current term)
navvying
navy
navy base
navy bean
navy blue
Navy Cross
Navy Department
navy man
Navy SEAL
Navy Secretary
navy yard
naw
nawab
nawabs

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