backwoodsman noun3 •A person who is acclimated to living in a forest area that is far removed from civilization or modern conveniences. •An uncivilized or uncultured person (according to the value judgments of the speaker). •(UK, informal) A Peer who is seldom present in the House of Lords of the United Kingdom Parliament, who may be encouraged to attend when a very important vote is expected. formsbackwoodsmen