beater

noun

beat·​er ˈbē-tər 

1

: one that beats: such as

a

: eggbeater

b

: a rotary blade attached to an electric mixer

c

: drumstick sense 1

2

: one who strikes bushes or other cover to rouse game

3

: a dilapidated old automobile : clunker

Synonyms

• crate

Examples of beater in a Sentence

driving a rusty old beater

he drives a beater that just barely runs

Recent Examples on the Web

Still, the brand recommends vacuuming this rug without a beater bar or rotating brush for best results and longevity. —Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 2 Aug. 2025

Wash removable parts, such as pitchers, bowls, blades, and beaters, after every use. —Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 July 2025

The series became personal for many Knicks fans after Game 1, when Tyrese Haliburton capped a 17-point comeback with a game-tying buzzer beater to force overtime, then unleashed the choke taunt made famous by Reggie Miller in the same building back in 1994. —Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 30 May 2025

The brand is offering small appliance packages this week for over 30% off, including an artisan tilt-head stand mixer with a white mermaid lace bowl and pastry beater. —Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 21 May 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing beater

• world-beater

Rhymes for beater

• cheater
• dieter
• eater
• heater
• liter
• litre
• meter
• metre
• neater
• praetor
• seater
• skeeter