charger

¹

[ chahr-jer ]

noun

1. a person or thing that charges.
2. a horse of a kind suitable to be ridden in battle.
3. Electricity. an apparatus that charges storage batteries.

charger

²

[ chahr-jer ]

noun

1. a platter.
2. a large, shallow dish for liquids.

charger

¹

/ ˈtʃɑːdʒə /

noun

1. a person or thing that charges
2. a large strong horse formerly ridden into battle
3. a device for charging or recharging an accumulator or rechargeable battery

charger

²

/ ˈtʃɑːdʒə /

noun

1. antiques a large dish for serving at table or for display

Word History and Origins

Origin of charger¹

First recorded in 1475–85; charge + -er ¹

Origin of charger²

First recorded in 1275–1325, charger is from the Middle English word chargeour. See charge, -or ²

Word History and Origins

Origin of charger¹

C14 chargeour something to bear a load, from chargen to charge

Example Sentences

People worry about whether they will be able to find a charger at a busy service station, or in a rural area.

From BBC

The buses would pick up charge while driving throughout the day or when parked at a stationary wireless charger.

From Los Angeles Times

The California Department of Transportation suggested motorists check their vehicles for maintenance issues before leaving, avoid distractions like texting, allow extra time to reach your destination and bring a phone charger for the drive.

From Los Angeles Times

She grabbed the dog and some cellphone chargers and tried to leave, but a firefighter told her it was too late.

From Los Angeles Times

Tesla has earned a strong reputation for reliable charging stations, while public chargers built to serve other brands continue to suffer from overcrowding and poor performance.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• disc
• dish
• disk
• tray