Litterer: meaning, definitions and examples
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litterer
[ ˈlɪtərə ]
environmental issue
A litterer is a person who habitually discards waste or refuse in public places rather than disposing of it in designated trash receptacles. This behavior contributes significantly to environmental pollution, harms wildlife, and diminishes the aesthetic quality of natural and urban landscapes. Littering is often viewed as a nuisance and is against the law in many jurisdictions, leading to fines and other penalties for offenders. Encouraging proper waste disposal is vital in promoting community cleanliness and sustainability.
Synonyms
polluter, viewing agent, waste disposer
Examples of usage
- The litterer was caught throwing plastic bottles on the beach.
- Local governments are trying to reduce the number of litterers.
- She became an environmental activist after witnessing a litterer in the park.
Translations
Translations of the word "litterer" in other languages:
🇵🇹 lixo
🇮🇳 कचरा फेंकने वाला
🇩🇪 Müller
🇮🇩 pembuang sampah
🇺🇦 смітник
🇵🇱 śmieciarz
🇯🇵 ゴミ捨て人
🇫🇷 pollueur
🇪🇸 ladrón de basura
🇹🇷 çöp atan
🇰🇷 쓰레기 버리는 사람
🇸🇦 مُلقٍ للنفايات
🇨🇿 znečišťovatel
🇸🇰 znečisťovateľ
🇨🇳 垃圾制造者
🇸🇮 onesnaževalec
🇮🇸 ruslendi
🇰🇿 лақтырғыш
🇬🇪 ნაგვის მიმწვდელი
🇦🇿 tullantı atan
🇲🇽 ladrón de basura
Etymology
The term 'litterer' originated from the word 'litter,' which has its roots in the Old French word 'litere,' meaning 'a bed or a place to lie down.' This word was derived from the Latin 'lectus,' the past participle of 'legere,' which means 'to read or to gather.' Over time, 'litter' evolved to refer to refuse or waste scattered about, particularly in public spaces. The suffix '-er' is commonly used in English to denote a person who performs a specific action. Thus, a 'litterer' specifically refers to someone who engages in the act of littering. The societal recognition of littering as a public nuisance grew particularly in the 20th century, coinciding with rising environmental awareness and movements focusing on the cleanliness and preservation of the environment.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #43,479, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.