Meaning & Definition of word "Peter"

Peter

/ˈpiːtə/

1. To diminish or dwindle, especially gradually.
- Example: As the day went on, our enthusiasm began to peter out.
2. To fade away or be less vigorous.
- Example: The excitement about the event started to peter off as time went by.

1. A male given name derived from the Greek 'petros', meaning 'rock' or 'stone'.
- Example: Peter was chosen as the leader of the group due to his strong character.
2. Used as a shorthand or nickname for someone named Peter.
- Example: Hey, Peter, do you want to join us for dinner?
3. Refers to Saint Peter, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus and often regarded as the first Pope.
- Example: In many Christian traditions, it is said that Saint Peter holds the keys to heaven.

Origin uncertain, possibly derived from the name Peter, suggesting a gradual decline.

peter out:

to gradually decrease or come to an end

petering:

referring to a process of diminishing

to peter away:

to become less and less until nothing remains

dwindle:

to diminish gradually in size, amount, or strength

fade:

to lose brightness or vividness

abate:

to become less intense or widespread

Meaning: a slang term for male genitals

Example Sentence: He made a joke about his peter at the party.

Meaning: to be defeated or to fail

Example Sentence: If you keep pushing that hard, you might just peter out.