flosser en · NOUN
Pronunciation
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Etymology
Etymology tree English floss Proto-Indo-European *-yósder. Proto-Italic *-āzios Latin -āriusnom. Latin -āriusbor. Proto-Germanic *-ārijaz Proto-West Germanic *-ārī Old English -ere Middle English -ere English -er English flosser From floss + -er.
Meanings
- One who flosses the teeth.
- A tool used for flossing the teeth, consisting of a disposable pick with floss stretched across it.
- An angler who uses a weighted hook that pierces the fish's mouth from the outside.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| flossers | Number=Plur | lexicographic |