wader

noun

wad·​er ˈwā-dər How to pronounce wader (audio)
1
: one that wades
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3
waders plural : high waterproof boots or a one-piece waterproof garment usually consisting of pants with attached boots that are used for wading (as when fishing)

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From waders that keep you dry to rods that deliver the perfect cast in any weather, smart packing can be the difference between landing a trophy fish or telling the story of the one that got away. Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 10 Sep. 2025 Even anchors, waders, fishing gear, life jackets and floaties can introduce the species. Sacbee.com, 28 Aug. 2025 The placid waters of lakes and ponds can lull waders and swimmers into a false sense of security. Forrest Brown, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2025 The digital story was topped with a photo of Kelce cradling an alligator in yellow Carhartt gloves, while standing in the middle of a swamp wearing nothing but waders by LaCrosse Footwear and a massive fur hat by Etro. Skyler Caruso, People.com, 12 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for wader

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First Known Use

1673, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of wader was in 1673

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“Wader.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wader. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.

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wader

noun
wad·​er ˈwād-ər How to pronounce wader (audio)
1
: one that wades
2
3
plural : high waterproof boots or trousers for wading
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