English dictionary
repeater
/r/I/'p/i/t/@/r/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a person who repeats
ExamplesThe audience consisted largely of repeaters who had seen the movie many times.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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someone who is repeatedly arrested for criminal behavior (especially for the same criminal behavior)
Source: WordNet 3.0
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a firearm that can fire several rounds without reloading
Synonyms repeating firearmSource: WordNet 3.0
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(electronics) electronic device that amplifies a signal before transmitting it again
ExamplesRepeaters can be used in computer networks to extend cabling distances.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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One who, or that which, repeats.
Source: webster1913