Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

eer

Suffix
/ɪər/
Definition
A suffix used to indicate someone associated with a particular profession or activity.
Examples
  • engineer
  • volunteer
  • pioneer
Meaning
In the context of language, ‘-eer’ typically refers to a person who engages in a certain action or profession, often implying a sense of expertise or specialization.
Synonyms
  • -ist
  • -er
  • practitioner