needler en · NOUN
Etymology
From Middle English nedlere, equivalent to needle + -er.
Meanings
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(agent, form-of) Agent noun of needle (verb).
form of needle
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Agent noun of needle (verb). ▸ One who needles (someone else).
Near-synonyms: nag, nagger, annoyer, prickler
- One who makes or uses needles.
- (dated) A dealer in needles.
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(abbreviation, alt-of, ellipsis) Ellipsis of needle gun
alt of needle gun
- Any of various weapons that fire needles or needlelike darts.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| needlers | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Synonyms
nag · needle gun · prickler · annoyer · nagger