whaler
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for whaler, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person who hunts whales, or a ship built for whale hunting.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
whaling ship
Etymology
From whale plus the agent suffix -er.
Full origin of whaler →Frequently asked questions
What does “whaler” mean?
The word “whaler” means a person who hunts whales, or a ship built for whale hunting. In plain terms, someone (or a ship) that hunts whales.
How do you pronounce “whaler”?
“Whaler” is pronounced WAY-luh (/ˈweɪlɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “whaler” in a sentence?
Here is “whaler” used in a sentence: “The museum has a restored whaler from the 19th century.”
What part of speech is “whaler”?
“Whaler” is a noun.