Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ers

Suffix
/ərz/
Definition
A suffix used in English to form nouns indicating a person associated with a particular activity or place.
Examples
  • Teacher – one who teaches.
  • Runner – one who runs.
  • Player – one who plays a game.
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.
Synonyms
  • Doer
  • Worker
  • Participant