weeder

noun

weed·​er ˈwē-dər How to pronounce weeder (audio)
: one that weeds
specifically : any of various devices for removing weeds from an area

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Laser weeder costs can run over $1 million, based on public reports, but farmers that have used the technology have endorsed it. Elizabeth MacBride, CNBC, 10 June 2025 With ergonomic handle designs and rugged stainless steel construction, the set comes with pruning shears, a weeder, a transplanter, a cultivator, a garden fork, a hand weeder, a pair of gardening gloves, a spray bottle, and a stylish tote to keep it all in. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 June 2025 Google’s weeder wielding work starts with digging out those who shouldn’t see the feature in the first place. Michael L. Millenson, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025 How To: Use a hand weeder or trowel to dig seedlings, removing as much of the taproot as possible. Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 19 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for weeder

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of weeder was in the 14th century

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“Weeder.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/weeder. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.

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