noun Uncommon

skater

SKAY-tuh

Skater (noun) means a person who skates, whether on ice or a skateboard. Example: “The figure skater landed a perfect triple axel.”

noun

A person who skates, whether on ice or a skateboard.

"The figure skater landed a perfect triple axel."

An insect that glides across the surface of water; a water strider.

How to use skater

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone who skates, on ice or a board — or, in biology, a water-walking insect.

Common pairings

figure skater speed skater skateboarder

Word forms

skaters plural, Skaters plural

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Etymology

From "skate" plus the agent suffix "-er."

Synonyms

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water strider

Rhymes for skater

pater mater eater tater later cater hater Water heater grater beater crater

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Frequently asked questions

What does “skater” mean?

The word “skater” means a person who skates, whether on ice or a skateboard. In plain terms, someone who skates, on ice or a board — or, in biology, a water-walking insect.

How do you pronounce “skater”?

“Skater” is pronounced SKAY-tuh (/ˈskeɪ.tə(ɹ)/ in IPA).

How do you use “skater” in a sentence?

Here is “skater” used in a sentence: “The figure skater landed a perfect triple axel.”

What is another word for “skater”?

Words with a similar meaning to “skater” include water strider.

What part of speech is “skater”?

“Skater” is a noun.

Is “skater” a common word?

“Skater” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “skater” have?

“Skater” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who skates, whether on ice or a skateboard.