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feeder

[ˈfiːdə(r)]

feeder Definition

  • 1a person or thing that feeds someone or something
  • 2a road, railway line, or river that connects smaller or less important places with larger or more important ones
  • 3a container or device used to supply material to a machine or process

Using feeder: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "feeder" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The bird feeder in my backyard attracts many different species.

  • Example

    The feeder road leads to the highway.

  • Example

    The paper feeder in the printer is jammed.

feeder Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with feeder

  • a device that automatically dispenses food or other materials at set intervals

    Example

    I use an automatic feeder to make sure my cat gets fed while I'm away.

  • a school that provides students to another school, usually a higher-level school

    Example

    Many private elementary schools are feeder schools for prestigious high schools.

  • a device that helps guide wood through a saw or other cutting tool

    Example

    Using a power feeder can help prevent accidents when working with a table saw.

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Summary: feeder in Brief

A 'feeder' [ˈfiːdə(r)] is a person or thing that supplies material or food to someone or something. It can also refer to a road, railway line, or river that connects smaller or less important places with larger or more important ones. Examples include a bird feeder, a feeder road, and a paper feeder in a printer.