noun
Meaning 1
A tool used to pare things.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Standard Lemma guide
parer
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noun
Meaning 2
A pencil sharpener.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: Ireland
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noun
Meaning 3
a small sharp knife used in paring fruits or vegetables
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: paring knife
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: knife
noun
Meaning 4
a manicurist who trims the fingernails
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: manicurist
History
Etymology
From pare + -er.