5 letter words ending in OTER

Doter

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A person who is excessively fond of someone, especially a child.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈdoʊ.tər/; UK: /ˈdəʊ.tər/

Origin and Usage: The word "doter" originated in the 14th century from the Middle English word "doteren" which means "to dote". It was originally used to describe someone who was mentally impaired, but by the 16th century, it had taken on the meaning of someone who is excessively fond of someone else, especially a child. The word "doter" is still in use today, although it is not as common as it once was.

Synonyms: Adorer, lover, enthusiast, fanatic, devotee.

Related Words: Doted, dotes, dotey, dotty.

Example Sentences:

• Shes such a doting grandmother, always spoiling her grandkids with gifts and treats.
• The little girl was the apple of her fathers eye, and he was a total doter when it came to her.
• Her husband was a doting father, always playing with their kids and showering them with affection.

Parts of Speech

Noun

Definitions

• A person who votes or has the right to vote.
• A member of a group that elects representatives or leaders.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈvoʊ.t̬ɚ/
• UK: /ˈvəʊ.tər/

Origin and Usage

The word "voter" originated in the early 18th century from the verb "vote" and the suffix "-er", which denotes a person who performs a certain action. The word is commonly used in the context of elections and politics, referring to a person who has the right to vote or who participates in the act of voting. The term is also used in the context of membership in a group that elects representatives or leaders, such as a board of directors or a shareholders meeting.

Synonyms

• Electoral
• Voting
• Balloter
• Castor
• Franchisee

Related Words

• Votee
• Voted
• Votes
• Vouch
• Vowel

Example Sentences

• The voter turnout for the election was higher than expected.
• The board of directors voted to approve the new budget, with only one voter opposing the measure.
• As a registered voter, she was entitled to participate in the democratic process.
• The shareholders meeting elected a new board member by a majority of the voters present.