pollinator

noun

pol·​li·​na·​tor ˈpä-lə-ˌnā-tər 

: one that pollinates: such as

a

: an agent (such as an insect) that pollinates flowers

b

: pollenizer sense 1

Examples of pollinator in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The showy, fragrant blooms provide an important early source of nectar for hummingbirds, butterflies, and other pollinators. —Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 22 Sep. 2025

Common fall crops that benefit pollinators From kale, bok choy, and collards, to broccoli and Brussels sprouts, to radish and turnips, these crops are valuable fall food sources that produce well into the end of the growing season in the KC area. —Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 20 Sep. 2025

The blossoms attract butterflies and other pollinators. —Mackenzie Nichols, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Sep. 2025

The home is all-electric and features a pollinator-friendly yard to further reduce its environmental footprint. —Lennie Omalza, Louisville Courier Journal, 18 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1883, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for pollinator

• activator
• actuator
• agitator
• alligator
• allocator
• alternator
• animator
• annotator
• applicator
• arbitrator
• aspirator
• aviator

Kids Definition

pollinator

noun

pol·​li·​na·​tor ˈpäl-ə-ˌnāt-ər 

: something (as an insect) that pollinates flowers