getter

noun

get·​ter ˈge-tər 

1

: one that gets

2

: a substance introduced into a vacuum tube or electric lamp to remove traces of gas

Examples of getter in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The two highest vote-getters advance to the general election, regardless of party, under California’s primary system. — Sacbee.com, 2 Sep. 2026

Smith and his teammate, Sayin, are the top two returning vote-getters. — Dan Santaromita, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026

If running unopposed, the highest vote-getter in the runoff will win the seat. — Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 25 Aug. 2026

The primary served as a test for the general election as candidates of all parties run on the same ballot and the top two vote-getters advance. — Sara Dorn, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing getter

• go-getter

Rhymes for getter

• better
• bettor
• debtor
• fetter
• letter
• netter
• petter
• rhetor
• setter
• sweater
• tetter
• vetter