cutter
Cutter (noun) means a person, tool, or machine that cuts something. Example: “The factory bought a new metal cutter for the production line.”
How to use cutter
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething (or someone) that cuts — a tool, a boat type, or a specific baseball pitch, depending on context.
Word forms
cutters plural, Cutters plural
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The factory bought a new metal _____ for the production line.
Etymology
From Middle English cuttere, formed from cut plus the agent suffix -er.
Synonyms
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What does “cutter” mean?
The word “cutter” means a person, tool, or machine that cuts something. In plain terms, something (or someone) that cuts — a tool, a boat type, or a specific baseball pitch, depending on context.
How do you pronounce “cutter”?
“Cutter” is pronounced KUH-tuh (/ˈkʌtɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “cutter” in a sentence?
Here is “cutter” used in a sentence: “The factory bought a new metal cutter for the production line.”
What part of speech is “cutter”?
“Cutter” is a noun.
Where does the word “cutter” come from?
The word “cutter” comes from Middle English. From Middle English cuttere, formed from cut plus the agent suffix -er.
Is “cutter” a common word?
“Cutter” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “cutter” have?
“Cutter” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person, tool, or machine that cuts something.
What is the difference between a cutter and a knife?
A cutter is a general term for any person, tool, or machine that cuts something, while a knife specifically refers to a bladed hand tool. A cutter can be a knife, but it can also be a machine, a boat, or even a type of baseball pitch, depending on context.
What is a cutter in sailing?
In sailing, a cutter is a small, fast, single-masted sailing vessel with two headsails, distinguishing it from other rigs that carry only one headsail on a single mast.
What is a coast guard cutter?
A coast guard cutter is a small motorized boat used by law enforcement, coastguard, or naval forces, distinct from the sailing vessel sense of cutter.
What does 'cutter' mean in baseball?
In baseball, a cutter is short for cut fastball, a pitch thrown with a slight sideways break as it approaches the batter. This is a specialized sporting sense unrelated to the tool or boat meanings.