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Definition of wearer

wearer

/ˈwɛr.ɚ/
wear · er
Plural:wearers
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• noun

1

A person who has a particular garment, accessory, or device on their body.

Example

"The lightweight jacket is designed to keep the wearer warm and dry in harsh weather."

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• Nearby Words

wear river
wearability
wearable
wearer
wearily
weariness
wearing

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in Middle English from the verb 'wear' (from Old English 'werian', meaning to clothe or cover) combined with the agentive suffix '-er'.

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