rooter

1 of 2

noun (1)

root·​er

ˈrü|tə(r), 

ˈru̇|, 

|tə(r)

plural -s

: a heavy plowing device for tearing up the ground surface especially for a roadbed

rooter

2 of 2

noun (2)

"

plural -s

: one that roots

especially : an enthusiastic supporter

Word History

Etymology

Noun (1)

root entry 3 + -er

Noun (2)

root entry 4 + -er

First Known Use

Noun (1)

1810, in the meaning defined above

Noun (2)

1607, in the meaning defined above

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Rhymes for rooter

• neuter
• pewter
• router
• scooter
• shooter
• suitor
• tutor
• commuter
• computer
• polluter
• recruiter
• microcomputer