Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

slaker

noun

/ˈsleɪ.kər/

Definition

A person or thing that slakes, especially one who satisfies a thirst or quenches a desire.

Examples

The slaker quenched his thirst with a cold glass of water after the long hike.
She was a true slaker of academic curiosity, providing endless resources for her students.

Meaning

To slake means to satisfy or alleviate a thirst, desire, or another feeling. A slaker, therefore, is someone or something that provides relief or satisfaction.