rooter
1 Americannoun
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a person, animal, or thing that roots, as with the snout.
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South Midland and Southern U.S. a pig's snout.
noun
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a person who roots for, supports, or encourages a team or contestant.
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a loyal and enthusiastic helper, follower, or supporter.
Etymology
Origin of rooter1
First recorded in 1640–50; root 2 + -er 1
Origin of rooter2
Example Sentences
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Some schools are having students travel by rooter bus.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 1, 2024
When Meek, a Mercer Island High School grad, signed with the Huskies, his grandfather became the team’s most avid rooter.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 8, 2022
But even a rabid rooter like this reviewer did not know about “the Curse of Chico Ruiz,” an undistinguished infielder for the Cincinnati Reds who haunted the Philadelphia Phillies.
From Washington Post • Sep. 17, 2020
But this Chicago Cubs rooter is now prepared for the long overdue transfer of perpetual suffering to other enthusiasts.
From New York Times • Oct. 13, 2017
"He hasn't, either!" the Harvard grad shouted, with a shove which all but upset the rival rooter.
From Interference and Other Football Stories by Sherman, Harold Morrow
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