inventor
/ɪnˈvɛntɚ/
UK: /ɪnˈvɛntə/
inventor
English
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Definition
One who invents, either as a hobby or as an occupation.
Etymology
Borrowed from Latin inventor. By surface analysis, invent + -or.
Example Sentences
- "Thomas Edison was the inventor of the phonograph."
- "The young inventor received a patent for her design."
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