hummer

noun

hum·​mer ˈhə-mər 

1

: one that hums

2

: hummingbird

3

: humdinger

4

: fastball

Synonyms of hummer

• powerhouse

Examples of hummer in a Sentence

A hummer was feeding at the flowers.

he's a real hummer when it comes to getting new clients for his advertising agency

Recent Examples on the Web

The nectar might contain some toxins, but the hummers and moths don’t drink enough to be harmed. — Joan Morris, Mercury News, 17 Aug. 2026

That's a safer way to catch hummers' attention. — Rita Pelczar, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 May 2026

Juegoal Window Hummingbird Feeder Window hummingbird feeders are an extra-fun way to watch the birds at home, attracting hummers for an up-close view. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2026

On chilly mornings, the hummers will flock to feeders at the first hint of daylight to drink the high-energy nectar. — Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1605, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for hummer

• bummer
• comer
• drummer
• dumber
• plumber
• plummer
• somer
• summer
• trimer
• midsummer
• newcomer