woofer

American  

[woof-er] / ˈwʊf ər /

noun

Audio.

1. a loudspeaker designed for the reproduction of low-frequency sounds.

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woofer British  

/ ˈwuːfə /

noun

1. a loudspeaker used in high-fidelity systems for the reproduction of low audio frequencies

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Etymology

Origin of woofer

First recorded in 1935–40; woof ² + -er ¹

Example Sentences

No need to change the kitty litter or take Woofer for a walk.

From Time Magazine Archive

"After that I wuzn't nothin' ter them boys but 'The Woofer.'"

From Ted Strong in Montana With Lariat and Spur by Taylor, Edward C.

But as swiftly as he ran, Woofer had the better of him, for a few strides took him out of Ted's sight.

From Ted Strong in Montana With Lariat and Spur by Taylor, Edward C.

So it was that Sultan steadily gained on the little mare, who was not disposed to do her utmost even under whip and spur, which Woofer did not spare.

From Ted Strong in Montana With Lariat and Spur by Taylor, Edward C.

When they were gone Singing Bird came out of the woods in which she had been hiding, for she was in mortal terror of Woofer.

From Ted Strong in Montana With Lariat and Spur by Taylor, Edward C.