Meaning & Definition of word "Rester"

Rester

/ˈrɛstər/

noun:

  • 1. A person or thing that remains in a particular place or state.
    • Example: After the meeting, I was the last rester in the conference room, organizing the notes.
  • 2. A person who stays in a certain position or condition.
    • Example: As a rester of the old neighborhood, he was determined to keep its charm alive.
  • 3. A word used informally to describe someone who prefers to be idle or relaxed.
    • Example: On weekends, he's a total rester, spending his days lounging on the couch.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'rest' with an agentive suffix

Common Phrases and Expressions

home rester:

someone who prefers to stay at home rather than going out

resters block:

a state where a person feels unable to continue sleeping or resting

Related Words

rest:

to cease work or movement in order to relax or recover strength

resting:

the act of not moving or doing anything for a period

Slang Meanings of rester

Meaning: a person who does nothing or is lazy

Example Sentence: He's such a rester, always lying around doing nothing.