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Vocabulary Entry
er
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A suffix used to form nouns indicating a person or thing that performs a specified action.
Example Sentences
"A teacher is an educator who imparts knowledge to students."
"An actor performs in films, television, and theater."
"A baker makes bread and pastries."
V
verb
To perform the act of obtaining or exhibiting a quality or action.
Example Sentences
"She will er the needed information in her report."
"We can't er our emotions when faced with challenges."
"He tends to er on the side of caution and avoid risks."
A
adjective
Describing someone or something as related to or typically performing a specified action.
Example Sentences
"An er group can guide newcomers through the process."
"Her er manner makes her very approachable."
"He is often seen as an er person in every situation."