log·ger

1 [law-ger, log-er]

Origin:
1725–35, Americanism; log1 + -er1

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log·ger

2 [law-ger, log-er]
adjective Scot.
1.
heavy or thick.
2.
thick-headed; stupid.

Origin:
1665–75; back formation from loggerhead

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logger (ˈlɒɡə) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
n
1.  another word for lumberjack
2.  a tractor or crane for handling logs

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logger
1734, from log (n.).
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Example sentences
Limbs or other material thrown back toward the logger when the falling tree
  contacts standing trees or fallen trees.
Clearly mark the trees to be harvested so the logger can easily see them.
Logger must comply with all applicable codes, ordinances and regulations.
It may be romantic to make a living as a fisherman, logger or aircraft pilot.
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