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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The Game 3 buzzer beater finally gave her that moment, Wilson explains. Sean Gregory, Time, 10 Dec. 2025 Curry made his first shot one to remember, a buzzer-beater from the mid-range early in the second quarter. Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 3 Dec. 2025 Any residual fat or grease on the beaters or the bowl can also prevent the egg whites from whipping up properly. Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 30 Nov. 2025 Place in a mixing bowl and add all the rest of the ingredients and beat until well blended (an electric beater works the best). CBS News, 21 Nov. 2025 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 19 Dec. 2025.

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