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eater

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Noun — A person or animal that eats, especially in a described way.

Synonyms

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How to use eater

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

picky eater meat eater big eater

Etymology

From Old English etere, from eat plus the agent suffix -er.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “eater” mean?

The word “eater” means a person or animal that eats, especially in a described way. In plain terms, someone (or something) that eats, often described by how or what they eat.

How do you pronounce “eater”?

“Eater” is pronounced EE-tuh (/ˈiː.tɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “eater” in a sentence?

Here is “eater” used in a sentence: “He's always been a picky eater.”

What part of speech is “eater”?

“Eater” is a noun.

Where does the word “eater” come from?

The word “eater” comes from Old English. From Old English etere, from eat plus the agent suffix -er.

Is “eater” a common word?

“Eater” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “eater” have?

“Eater” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person or animal that eats, especially in a described way.

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