Synonyms of feeder

feeder

noun

ˈfē-dər 

as in tributary

a stream that flows into a larger body of water

the lake has several feeders that have their headwaters near the Canadian border

Synonyms & Similar Words

• tributary
• branch
• bayou
• influent
• affluent
• confluent
• headwater
• creek
• backwater
• source
• brook
• rivulet
• rill
• run
• streamlet
• brooklet
• fountainhead
• head
• headstream

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• effluent
• distributary

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of feeder

In the long term, that's bad for the NHL and its players, as fan bases aren't going to support teams that simply become feeder systems for more desirable markets. — James Mirtle, New York Times, 14 Oct. 2026

BirdVue also includes a community feature in its app, allowing users to explore bird activity and highlights captured by other BirdVue feeders. — New Atlas, 8 Oct. 2026

If bird feeders are a staple in your yard, investing in squirrel-proof feeders will go a long way in reducing the number of furry seed thieves visiting the feeders. — The Spruce, 4 Oct. 2026

That may sound like a red flag on the surface—some smart feeders technically work without a subscription, but with so many restrictions that you may as well be forced to pay. — Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 27 Sep. 2026