feeder
noun
a person or thing that supplies food or feeds something.
feeders
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pluralof feeder.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Our previous research found most birds that visit feeders obtain most of their nutrition from natural sources, such as insects and worms.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 24, 2026
Take bird feeders down at dusk; don’t leave them out overnight; the bear will remember where they were.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 3, 2026
This includes things such as unsecured garbage cans, fallen fruit, bird feeders, pet food left outside and uncleaned grills.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 6, 2026
“International sales complement the domestic market, maximizing the value of every animal and providing incentive for ranchers and cattle feeders to expand their operations,” the U.S.
From Barron's ● May 12, 2026
I had known only about the one time, the first time, when I was there, making bird feeders.
From "Missing May" by Cynthia Rylant
