Definition

A person or thing that produces or generates something, often used in the context of fish that lay eggs or programs that create new processes.

Example

The spawner released thousands of eggs into the water.

Conversation

Did you know that a salmon is a type of spawner?

Really? I had no idea that was the term for it.

Yeah, it’s fascinating how they travel upstream to spawn.

Nature is amazing! I love learning about these things.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Spawner → It is formed from "spawn" (from Old French *espoignier*, meaning to produce or generate) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A spawner is a person or thing that produces or generates offspring or new entities.

Memory Tip

Think of someone or something that 'produces' ('spawn') new life or entities — that's what a spawner does.

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