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Definition of fawner

fawner

/ˈfɔːnər/
fawn · er
Adverb:fawningly
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Plural:fawners
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Adjective:fawning
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fawner Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A person who displays exaggerated, servile flattery or affection in order to gain favor or advantage.

Example

"The newly appointed director quickly learned to distinguish genuine advisors from opportunistic fawners."

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• Rhymes for fawner

• Nearby Words

favoritism
fawkes
fawn
fawner
fawning
fawningly
fax

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived in the 14th century from the Middle English verb 'fawnen' (from Old English 'fahnian', meaning 'to rejoice' or 'to be glad'), combined with the agentive suffix '-er'.

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