learners
|learn-ers|
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/ˈlɝnərz/
🇬🇧
/ˈlɜːnəz/
(learner)
belonging to a learner
Etymology
'learner' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'leornere', where the root 'leorn-' meant 'to learn' and the suffix '-er' meant 'one who'.
'learner' changed from Old English 'leornere' and eventually became the modern English word 'learner' (plural 'learners').
Initially, it meant 'one who learns', and over time it has retained that core meaning as 'a person who learns'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
people who are acquiring knowledge or skills; students or pupils.
The course is designed for adult learners.
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Noun 2
people who are learning a particular subject or skill (often used with a modifier, e.g., 'language learners').
Language learners often benefit from regular speaking practice.
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Last updated: 2025/12/12 17:09