Definition

A person who takes care of and raises children or animals.

Example

The rearer of the puppies made sure they were healthy and happy.

Conversation

I really admire how dedicated you are as a rearer for those puppies.

Thanks! It takes a lot of time and effort, but it’s worth it.

I can imagine! Being a good rearer must be so rewarding.

Absolutely! Watching them grow and thrive is the best part.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Rearer → It is formed from "rear" (from Old English *herian*, meaning to raise or elevate) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A rearer is a person who raises or brings up something, often used in the context of raising children or animals.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'raises' ('rear') something, like children or animals, and the '-er' just means a person. A rearer is someone who brings up or nurtures.

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