Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ers
Suffix
/ərz/
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Definition
A suffix used in English to form nouns indicating a person associated with a particular activity or place.
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Examples
- Teacher – one who teaches.
- Runner – one who runs.
- Player – one who plays a game.
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Meaning
The suffix ‘ers’ is commonly attached to verbs or nouns to create new nouns, often to identify someone who performs a certain action or is involved in a specific activity.
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Synonyms
- Doer
- Worker
- Participant