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harrower

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈhær.oʊ.ər/

KK: /ˈhɛroʊər/

noun
Definition

A person or thing that causes distress or trouble to others.


Example

The harrower of the peaceful village brought chaos and fear.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you hear about the new book that features a harrower as the main character?
Sloth B
No, I haven't! What's it about?
Sloth A
It's about someone who goes on a journey to confront their past as a harrower.
Sloth B
That sounds intriguing; I might have to check it out!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
tormentor
botherer
pesterer
Antonyms
comforter
helper
rescuer
Root Explanation

Harrower → The word 'harrower' is derived from 'harrow' (from Old English *harwe*, meaning a farming tool used to break up soil) and the suffix '-er' (meaning a person who). A harrower is a person who uses a harrow to prepare the land for planting.

Memory Tip

Think of a person who uses a farming tool ('harrow') to break up the soil, which is what a harrower does.

Visually Confused Words
narrower
haygrower
thrower
arrowed
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