Definition

A person or animal that is able to endure or last for a long time, especially in a race or competition.

Example

The horse was a true stayer, finishing strong in the final stretch of the race.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new runner in town?

Yeah, I heard they are quite the stayer in marathons.

It's impressive how they can keep going even when others drop out.

Definitely! It takes real determination to be a stayer like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Stayer → The word is formed from "stay" (from Old French *estayer*, meaning to stop or remain) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A stayer is a person who remains or stays in a particular place or situation.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'remains' or 'stays' — that's what a stayer does.

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