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expediter

/ˈɛk.spəˌdaɪ.tər/
(UK: expeditor)
ex · pe · di · ter
Adverb:expeditiously
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Plural:expediters
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Adjective:expeditious
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expediter Lexical Profile

expediter Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A person employed in manufacturing, construction, or logistics to ensure that materials, supplies, and workflows move efficiently according to schedule.

Example

"The construction firm hired an experienced expediter to secure the municipal building permits and prevent costly delays in material deliveries."

2

North American A restaurant staff member who coordinates communication between the kitchen and waitstaff, inspects plated dishes for accuracy, and ensures orders are delivered promptly to diners.

Example

"During the busy Saturday dinner rush, the kitchen expediter called out ticket numbers and checked every garnish before the servers carried the trays to the dining room."

Synonyms
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Word Nuance & Usage

Also spelled 'expeditor', especially in formal business, logistics, and restaurant industry titles.

• Nearby Words

expedient
expediently
expedite
expediter
expedition
expeditionary
expeditioner

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 17th century from the verb 'expedite' plus the agent suffix '-er'. 'Expedite' derives from the Latin 'expeditus', the past participle of 'expedire', literally meaning 'to free the feet from fetters' (from 'ex-' meaning 'out' and 'pes' meaning 'foot').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Expediter. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/expediter
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