Main Entry:

feed·er

Pronunciation:

\ˈfē-dər\

Function:

noun

Usage:

often attributive

Date:

14th century

1: one that feeds: as a: one that fattens livestock for slaughter b: a device or apparatus for supplying food 2: one that eats or takes nourishment ; especially : an animal being fattened or one suitable for fattening3 a: one that supplies, replenishes, or connects b: tributary 2 c: a heavy wire conductor supplying electricity at some point of an electric distribution system (as from a substation) d: branch ; especially : a branch transportation line e: a road that provides access to a major artery