miller

noun

mill·​er ˈmi-lər 

1

: one that operates a mill

specifically : one that grinds grain into flour

2

: any of various moths having powdery wings

3

a

: milling machine

b

: a tool for use in a milling machine

Examples of miller in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The focus here is on sustainability, and working with local farms and female millers to source the highest quality ingredients. —Christine Chitnis, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024

This tradition, which marks the start of Christmas celebrations, comes from an old procession performed by olive-oil millers, who used to put fire to the wicker strainer mats used to press the olives as an act of thanksgiving to the Holy Shepherdess (Virgin Mary) for the harvest obtained. —Alan Taylor, The Atlantic, 15 Dec. 2023

Officials have been diverting aid from those who need it to feed the military and ex-combatants, and selling it on the open market to millers who re-exported the flour, according to an investigation by USAID that was summarized to The Post by officials familiar with the investigation. —Katharine Houreld, Washington Post, 8 June 2023

Surrounded by the Blue Ridge Mountains, this city of about 100,000 people boasts two local millers and several talented bakers. —Pamela Wright, BostonGlobe.com, 18 Apr. 2023

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing miller

• dusty miller
• miller's-thumb

Kids Definition

miller

noun

mill·​er ˈmil-ər 

1

: a person who operates a mill

especially : a person who grinds grain into flour

2

: any of various moths whose wings have scales like powdery dust

Biographical Definition

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Mil·​ler ˈmi-lər 

Arthur 1915–2005 American dramatist and novelist

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(Alton) Glenn 1904–1944 American bandleader

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Henry 1891–1980 American writer

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Joa*quin wä-ˈkēn 

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1837–1913 pseudonym of Cincinnatus Hiner Miller American poet

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Merton Howard 1923–2000 American economist

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Perry Gilbert Eddy 1905–1963 American literary critic and scholar

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William 1782–1849 American religious leader