Weeder: meaning, definitions and examples

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weeder

 

[ ˈwiːdə ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

gardening tool

A weeder is a tool used in gardening or horticulture to remove weeds from the soil. Weeders often come in various shapes and sizes, designed specifically to help gardeners efficiently uproot unwanted plants. This tool can also help aerate the soil and allow nutrients to reach the plants more effectively. Proper use of a weeder can promote healthier plant growth by reducing competition for resources.

Synonyms

cultivator, weed remover, weed tool

Examples of usage

  • I used my weeder to clear out the dandelions in my garden.
  • The garden center sells several types of weeders for different gardening needs.
  • Using a weeder regularly helps maintain a tidy garden.
  • With a sturdy weeder, removing weeds becomes an easier task.

Translations

Translations of the word "weeder" in other languages:

🇵🇹 desherbador

🇮🇳 जड़ी-बूटी निकालने वाला

🇩🇪 Unkrautstecher

🇮🇩 penyuluh

🇺🇦 випалювач бур'янів

🇵🇱 wyrywacz chwastów

🇯🇵 雑草抜き

🇫🇷 désherbeur

🇪🇸 desmalezadora

🇹🇷 ot temizleyici

🇰🇷 잡초 제거기

🇸🇦 مزيل الأعشاب الضارة

🇨🇿 odstraňovač plevele

🇸🇰 odstraňovač buriny

🇨🇳 除草器

🇸🇮 uničevalec plevela

🇮🇸 sólarveiði

🇰🇿 жер қазғыш

🇬🇪 ბურჯის ამომყავი

🇦🇿 ot təmizləyici

🇲🇽 desmalezadora

Word origin

The term 'weeder' originates from the combination of the word 'weed' and the suffix '-er.' The word 'weed' has its roots in Old English 'wēod,' which referred to a plant that was deemed undesirable or troublesome in one’s garden or fields. Historically, weed removal was essential for agricultural practices, as weeds often competed with crops for nutrients, water, and light. The need for an effective means of dealing with weeds led to the development of various tools, including the weeder, which became prominent in gardening practices. The '-er' suffix is commonly used in English to denote someone or something that performs a specific action, hence 'weeder' refers to an implement designed specifically for weed removal. Over time, as gardening evolved, so have the designs and functionalities of weeders, reflecting the changing needs and techniques of horticulturists.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,907, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.