name
Elmer
EHLM
Elmer (name) means a male given name, an English surname originally, brought back into use as a first name in 19th-century America. Example: “Elmer Fudd is a well-known cartoon character.”
name
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A male given name, an English surname originally, brought back into use as a first name in 19th-century America.
"Elmer Fudd is a well-known cartoon character."
noun
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An experienced amateur radio operator who mentors newcomers to the hobby.
"His elmer taught him how to build his first antenna."
How to use Elmer
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA traditional given name; in ham radio slang, a mentor who helps beginners.
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Etymology
A medieval variant of the name Aylmer, from Old English words meaning "noble" and "famous"; the ham-radio sense comes from the given name being used informally for a friendly mentor figure.
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What does “Elmer” mean?
The word “Elmer” means a male given name, an English surname originally, brought back into use as a first name in 19th-century America. In plain terms, a traditional given name; in ham radio slang, a mentor who helps beginners.
How do you pronounce “Elmer”?
“Elmer” is pronounced EHLM (/ˈɛlmɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Elmer” in a sentence?
Here is “Elmer” used in a sentence: “Elmer Fudd is a well-known cartoon character.”
What part of speech is “Elmer”?
Depending on how it is used, “Elmer” can be a name and a noun.
Where does the word “Elmer” come from?
The word “Elmer” comes from Old English. A medieval variant of the name Aylmer, from Old English words meaning "noble" and "famous"; the ham-radio sense comes from the given name being used informally for a friendly mentor figure.
How many meanings does “Elmer” have?
“Elmer” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a male given name, an English surname originally, brought back into use as a first name in 19th-century America.
