ringer
4 synonyms for ringer, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person or thing that closely resembles someone or something else, often used to deceive.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use ringer
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
dead ringer for
Etymology
From "ring" (as in to ring a bell) plus "-er," originally someone who rang bells.
Full origin of ringer →Frequently asked questions
What does “ringer” mean?
The word “ringer” means a person or thing that closely resembles someone or something else, often used to deceive. In plain terms, someone who looks just like another person, often brought in to cheat or substitute, or something that rings.
How do you pronounce “ringer”?
“Ringer” is pronounced RIH-nguh (/ˈɹɪŋə(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “ringer” in a sentence?
Here is “ringer” used in a sentence: “He hired a ringer to take the exam for him.”
What part of speech is “ringer”?
“Ringer” is a noun.
How many meanings does “ringer” have?
“Ringer” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person or thing that closely resembles someone or something else, often used to deceive.
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