Definition

A person or tool that drives nails into surfaces, often used in construction or woodworking.

Example

The carpenter used a nailer to quickly secure the wooden beams together.

Conversation

I just bought a new nailer for my woodworking project.

Oh nice! Is it a regular hammer type or a pneumatic one?

It's a pneumatic nailer, so it should speed things up a lot.

That sounds great! You'll finish your project in no time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Nailer** → The word 'nailer' is formed from 'nail' (from Old English *nægl*, meaning a metal fastener) and '-er' (meaning a person who). A nailer is a person who uses nails, typically in construction or carpentry.

Memory Tip

Think of a person who works with 'nails' — the '-er' indicates that they are someone who does that job. A nailer is simply someone who uses nails.

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