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

For starters, plant lots of native pollinator-friendly flowers, which provide hummingbirds with nectar, insects, and shelter, says Witko. —Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2025

It’s filled with birds and pollinators. —Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Dec. 2025

By planting the grounds with native species, the landscape design helps support local pollinators such as bees and butterflies. —Hannah Walhout, Travel + Leisure, 4 Dec. 2025

Childers said sustainability is also central to Uplands’ design, with water-wise, pollinator-friendly landscapes and energy-efficient home designs that minimize both energy and water use. —Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 4 Dec. 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