Getters

/ˈɡɛt.ərz/ noun

Definition

Plural of getter; either multiple people who obtain things, or multiple getter materials used in scientific or chemical processes.

Etymology

Standard English pluralization of 'getter' (get + -er), formed by adding the plural suffix '-s' (Old English '-as/-es'), referring to multiple instances.

Kelly Says

This simple plural shows how context completely changes meaning—'getters' could refer to ambitious people pursuing goals, or tiny metallic particles inside a vacuum tube.

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