Definition

A person or animal that swallows something, such as food or drink.

Example

The swallower quickly gulped down the water after the long run.

Conversation

Did you know that a swallower can refer to someone who eats quickly?

Really? I thought it was just about birds!

Yeah, I learned that recently and found it pretty interesting.

That is interesting! I guess we all have a little swallower in us sometimes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Swallower → It is formed from "swallow" (from Old English *swelgan*, meaning to engulf or consume) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A swallower is a person or thing that engulfs or consumes something.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'engulfs' ('swelgan') something — that's why a swallower is someone who consumes.

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