eater
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for eater, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person or animal that eats, especially in a described way.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use eater
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English etere, from eat plus the agent suffix -er.
Full origin of eater →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.