noun
puller
PUUL
Puller (noun) means a tool or device used to pull something free, especially in mechanical work. Example: “He used a bearing puller to remove the worn part from the axle.”
noun
1
A tool or device used to pull something free, especially in mechanical work.
"He used a bearing puller to remove the worn part from the axle."
How to use puller
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA specialized tool built specifically for pulling parts apart or loose.
Common pairings
bearing puller
gear puller
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Word forms
- Plural
- pullers
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He used a bearing _____ to remove the worn part from the axle.
Etymology
From pull plus the agent suffix -er.
Synonyms
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tugger
dragger
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Rhymes for puller
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What does “puller” mean?
The word “puller” means a tool or device used to pull something free, especially in mechanical work. In plain terms, a specialized tool built specifically for pulling parts apart or loose.
How do you pronounce “puller”?
“Puller” is pronounced PUUL (/ˈpʊlɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “puller” in a sentence?
Here is “puller” used in a sentence: “He used a bearing puller to remove the worn part from the axle.”
What part of speech is “puller”?
“Puller” is a noun.
