noun
Uncommon
sender
SEHN-duh
Sender (noun) means a person who sends something, such as a letter, package, or message. Example: “The parcel had no return address for the sender.”
noun
1
A person who sends something, such as a letter, package, or message.
"The parcel had no return address for the sender."
2
A device that transmits a signal.
"The radio sender broadcasts on several frequencies."
How to use sender
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishWhoever or whatever originates and sends something onward.
Common pairings
unknown sender
sender address
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Word forms
- Plural
- senders
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Etymology
Borrowed from German Senden, a municipality in North Rhine-Westphalia, or used as a pet form of Alexander.
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What does “sender” mean?
The word “sender” means a person who sends something, such as a letter, package, or message. In plain terms, whoever or whatever originates and sends something onward.
How do you pronounce “sender”?
“Sender” is pronounced SEHN-duh (/ˈsɛndɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “sender” in a sentence?
Here is “sender” used in a sentence: “The parcel had no return address for the sender.”
What is the opposite of “sender”?
The opposite of “sender” — its antonyms — are addressee, receiver and recipient.
What part of speech is “sender”?
“Sender” is a noun.
Is “sender” a common word?
“Sender” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “sender” have?
“Sender” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who sends something, such as a letter, package, or message.
