What does TAMER mean?

1. Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb

2. Definitions:

  • Noun: a person who tames or trains animals
  • Verb: to make less powerful or frightening; to bring under control

3. Pronunciations:

  • US: /ˈteɪmər/
  • UK: /ˈteɪmə(r)/

4. Origin and Usage: The noun "tamer" comes from the verb "tame," which dates back to the 13th century and originally meant "to bring under control, subdue." The verb "tame" is derived from the Old English word "temian," which means "to restrain, control." The noun "tamer" is used to refer to a person who tames or trains animals, such as a lion tamer or horse tamer. The verb "tamer" is used to describe the act of making something less powerful or frightening, or bringing it under control.

5. Synonyms: trainer, animal handler, controller, soother, pacifier, calmer

6. Related Words: train, tamest, timer, tramp, tempo

7. Example Sentences:

  • The lion tamer bravely stepped into the cage.
  • The horse tamer used gentle methods to train the wild stallion.
  • The new CEO was brought in to tame the companys chaotic finances.
  • The therapist helped the child to tame their anxiety.
  • The soothing music tamed the angry crowd.


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