Skeeter - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Skeeter is an informal term for a mosquito, often used in casual conversation. It can also be a nickname for someone small or pesky, mimicking the insect’s behavior.
Definition:
Informal term for a mosquito, often used in Southern U.S. dialects.
Synonyms:
mosquito, gnat, midge
Part of Speech:
noun
Antonyms:
(No direct antonyms; context-dependent)
Common Collocations:
skeeter bite, skeeter season, skeeter repellent
Derivatives:
skeeters (plural), skeetered (rare verb form)
Usage Tips:
Use "skeeter" in casual speech or writing, especially in Southern U.S. contexts, to refer to mosquitoes informally.
Common Phrases:
skeeter season, skeeter bite, quick as a skeeter
Etymology:
Originates from dialectal alteration of "mosquito," influenced by Southern U.S. pronunciation patterns.
Examples:
- 1. The kids played outside until the skeeters drove them indoors.
- 2. She slapped her arm after feeling a skeeter bite during the picnic.
- 3. Grandpa always told stories about giant skeeters near the swamp.
- 4. We need bug spray to keep the skeeters away tonight.