Definition

A person who spreads rumors or reports widely.

Example

The bruiters in the town were always sharing the latest gossip.

Conversation

Did you hear about the latest rumors going around the office?

Yeah, I heard someone is a real bruiter of gossip!

It's crazy how fast things spread when there's a bruiter around.

Totally! We should just focus on our work and ignore the noise.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'bruiter' comes from Old French 'bruit', meaning noise or sound, combined with the suffix '-er', which denotes a person who performs an action. Thus, 'bruiter' refers to a person who makes noise or spreads rumors.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who makes a lot of 'noise' ('bruit') — that's why a 'bruiter' is someone who spreads rumors or gossip.

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