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
1
A person who skates, whether on ice or a skateboard.
"The figure skater landed a perfect triple axel."
2
An insect that glides across the surface of water; a water strider.
How to use skater
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who skates, on ice or a board — or, in biology, a water-walking insect.
Common pairings
figure skater
speed skater
skateboarder
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Word forms
- Plural
- skaters
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Etymology
From "skate" plus the agent suffix "-er."
Synonyms
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water strider
Rhymes for skater
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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.
