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bushwhacker.

One who travels through the woods, off the designated path.

11 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun
  1. One who travels through the woods, off the designated path.

    US
  2. A person who lives in the bush, especially as a fugitive; a person who clears woods and bush country.

    Australia
  3. A guerrilla (of either side) during the American Civil War.

    US · historical
  4. Someone who attacks without warning.

    dated
  5. A small, soft-floored inflatable boat (designed for use by one or two people).

Where this word comes from

From bush + whacker.

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