Definition

A person who creates a summary or a shortened version of a larger work, often highlighting the main points or ideas.

Example

The abstractor summarized the key points of the research paper.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about becoming an abstractor?

Not really, but it sounds interesting. What does it involve?

An abstractor basically summarizes large texts into shorter versions.

That could be useful, especially for research papers!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Abstractor → It is formed from "abstract" (from Latin "abstractus", meaning drawn away or separated) and "-or" (meaning one who). An abstractor is one who draws away or separates information, often summarizing or distilling it.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'draws away' ('abstract') information and is therefore an 'abstractor' — a person who summarizes or distills information.

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