pacer
2 synonyms and 0 antonyms for pacer, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Someone or something that sets the pace, especially in a race.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From "pace" plus the agent suffix "-er."
Full origin of pacer →Frequently asked questions
What does “pacer” mean?
The word “pacer” means someone or something that sets the pace, especially in a race. In plain terms, someone (or a horse) that sets the speed for a race, or leads at a controlled pace.
How do you use “pacer” in a sentence?
Here is “pacer” used in a sentence: “The elite runner served as a pacer for the marathon's early miles.”
What part of speech is “pacer”?
“Pacer” is a noun.
How many meanings does “pacer” have?
“Pacer” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: someone or something that sets the pace, especially in a race.