skeeter

[ skee-ter ]

noun

1. a dialectal variant of mosquito.

Word History and Origins

Origin of skeeter¹

First recorded in 1835–40; by shortening and respelling, with dialectal substitution of -er for final -o

Example Sentences

The Marine Mammal Stranding Center said crews first tried to herd the bottlenose dolphin out of Skeeter Island Creek in Cape May Court House, where it was first reported May 16.

From Seattle Times

Together they shaped a lush yet spacious sound with echoes of Skeeter Davis and Fleetwood Mac.

From Los Angeles Times

Handy also befriended a 9-year-old girl who appeared in the series “Cousin Skeeter” and, while playing video games in her bedroom, repeatedly tried to kiss her.

From Los Angeles Times

“Dark colors are not recommended in prime skeeter habitats because they stand out more, particularly in regards to background and contrasts,” Markowski said.

From Los Angeles Times

Lewis identifies the ’60s country-pop star Skeeter Davis as a crucial influence on her new album, though it’s easy to hear Lindsey Buckingham in “Psychos” and Tom Petty in “Apples and Oranges.”

From Los Angeles Times