noun · 11 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot
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Received-Pronunciation:/ˈtʃɑːdʒə/
General-American:/ˈt͡ʃɑɹd͡ʒɚ/
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rhymes with -ɑː(ɹ)dʒə(ɹ)
CMU ARPABET:CH AA1 R JH ER0
Digits mark lexical stress: 1 primary, 2 secondary, 0 unstressed.
1
noun
Meaning 1
A device that charges or recharges.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
Put the batteries in the charger overnight so we can use them tomorrow.
Meaning relationships
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Antonyms: none provided
2
noun
Meaning 2
One who charges.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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3
noun
Meaning 3
A large horse trained for battle and used by the cavalry.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: historical
Topics: government, military, politics, war
Examples
The knight rode a white charger.
Meaning relationships
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Antonyms: none provided
4
noun
Meaning 4
A large platter.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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5
noun
Meaning 5
A large decorative plate, sometimes used under dinner plates or other savoury-dish vessels in a multi-course meal.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
The fancy restaurant used a white porcelain charger when serving.
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: service plate, underplate
Antonyms: none provided
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noun
Meaning 6
A speed loader that holds several cartridges together in a single unit for easier loading of a firearm's magazine.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract