whistler
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for whistler, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Someone who whistles, or a bird known for a whistling call.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Middle English whisteler, whistlar, whystelare, from Old English hwistlere (“a player on a flute; a piper”), equivalent to whistle + -er.
Full origin of whistler →Frequently asked questions
What does “whistler” mean?
The word “whistler” means someone who whistles, or a bird known for a whistling call. In plain terms, a person (or bird) that whistles.
How do you pronounce “whistler”?
“Whistler” is pronounced IHS-luh (/ˈʍɪslə(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “whistler” in a sentence?
Here is “whistler” used in a sentence: “He was the office whistler, always humming and whistling at his desk.”
What part of speech is “whistler”?
“Whistler” is a noun.
Is “whistler” a common word?
“Whistler” is an uncommon word in modern English.