sender
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.”
How to use sender
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishWhoever or whatever originates and sends something onward.
Word forms
senders plural
Fill the gap
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The parcel had no return address for the _____.
Etymology
Borrowed from German Senden, a municipality of North Rhine-Westphalia, or 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.