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Meaning of stoppers
The primary meaning of the word "stoppers" refers to devices or objects used to block or close an opening.
Etymology of stoppers
The word "stopper" has its roots in the Old English word "stoppian," which means "to stop" or "to block," and the suffix "-er," which forms an agent noun, indicating a person or thing that performs the action of the verb.
The word "stopper" has been used in English since the 15th century to refer to a device or object used to block or close an opening.
Synonyms
plugs
blockers
stopgaps
corks
seals
sealsants
obstructions
barriers
impediments
hindrances
obstacles
blocks
dams
barriers
stoppers
cloggers
congesters
restrictors
limiters
controllers
regulators
restrainers
inhibitors
preventers
arresters
interrupters
interceptors
dams
gates
valves
clamps
clips
fasteners
holders
retainers
catchers
snuffers
extinguishers
Definitions
- A device or object used to block or close an opening, especially one that is inserted or fitted into something to prevent or control the flow of a fluid, such as a cork or plug.
- * A thing that stops something from happening or continuing, such as a stopper on a bottle or a stopper in a drain.
Usage Examples
- The bottle had a tight stopper to prevent the wine from spilling.
- * The stopper in the drain was clogged with hair and soap scum.
- * The stopper on the pipe was loose, causing water to leak out.
Antonyms
openers
starters
initiators
beginers
commencers
facilitators
enablers
allowers
permiters
encouragers
promoters
enhancers
increasers
augmenters
expanders
extenders
enlargers
liberators
freeders
unblockers
uncloggers
declutters
clarifiers
purifiers
filters
cleaners