settler
SEHT-luh
Settler (noun) means a person who moves to and establishes a home in a new, often previously unsettled, area. Example: “The early settlers faced harsh winters and food shortages.”
noun
1
A person who moves to and establishes a home in a new, often previously unsettled, area.
"The early settlers faced harsh winters and food shortages."
"Her ancestors were among the first settlers of the region."
How to use settler
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who moves to a new place to live and build a community there.
Common pairings
early settlers
European settlers
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Word forms
- Plural
- settlers
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Etymology
From settle + -er.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “settler” mean?
The word “settler” means a person who moves to and establishes a home in a new, often previously unsettled, area. In plain terms, someone who moves to a new place to live and build a community there.
How do you pronounce “settler”?
“Settler” is pronounced SEHT-luh (/ˈsɛt.lɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “settler” in a sentence?
Here is “settler” used in a sentence: “The early settlers faced harsh winters and food shortages.”
What part of speech is “settler”?
“Settler” is a noun.
Is “settler” a common word?
“Settler” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
