Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

speller

noun
ˈspɛl.ər
Definition
A speller is someone who spells words according to the rules of a language, especially in an educational context.
Examples
  • The young speller won the school competition for spelling.
  • During the English class, we used a speller to improve our vocabulary.
  • He is the fastest speller in his grade.
Meaning
A speller refers to both a person who spells words and a tool or resource used for practicing spelling.
Synonyms
  • spelling book
  • spell checker
  • orthographer