Definition

A person who stands outside a place to protest or show support for a cause, often holding signs.

Example

The picketer stood outside the factory, urging others to join the strike.

Conversation

Did you see the news about the picketer outside the mall yesterday?

Yeah, I heard about it! What were they protesting?

They were demanding better wages for workers, which makes sense.

Absolutely, it's important for us to support the picketers in their fight.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Picketer → It is formed from "pick" (from Middle English *pikken*, meaning to pierce or stab) and "-eter" (a suffix used to denote a person associated with a specific action). A picketer is a person who pierces or stabs the air with a sign, typically in protest or demonstration.

Memory Tip

Think of someone 'piercing' the air with a sign during a protest — that's what a picketer does.

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