beater

noun

beat·​er ˈbē-tər How to pronounce beater (audio)
Synonyms of beaternext
1
: one that beats: such as
a
b
: a rotary blade attached to an electric mixer
2
: one who strikes bushes or other cover to rouse game
3
: a dilapidated old automobile : clunker

Examples of beater in a Sentence

driving a rusty old beater he drives a beater that just barely runs
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Vacuum lightly at least once a week using only low suction and no beater brush, more frequent vacuuming will help prevent shedding. Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 8 May 2026 In the 2026 tourney, the Billikens beat Georgia by 25 points; Utah State beat Villanova; VCU upset North Carolina; High Point upset Wisconsin and Kentucky needed a buzzer-beater to force overtime and eventually knock off Santa Clara. Cj Moore, New York Times, 1 May 2026 Pour hot milk mixture over batter, scraping pan clean with spatula, and mix with beater on low speed until incorporated and batter is smooth, about 1 minute. Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Apr. 2026 An upright vacuum generates additional pressure, allowing the beater brush to penetrate deeply into the carpet pile and pick up debris. Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for beater

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of beater was in the 14th century

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“Beater.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/beater. Accessed 20 May. 2026.

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