Feeler

Pronunciation: /ˈfiːlər/

Definitions of feeler

noun a tentative suggestion or hint

Example Sentences

A1 She gently touched the feeler of the insect to see how it would react.

A2 The cat used its whiskers as feelers to navigate through the dark room.

B1 The robot had sensors on its feelers to detect obstacles in its path.

B2 The scientist used a feeler gauge to measure the thickness of the metal sheet.

C1 The diplomat used his political feelers to gather information about the upcoming negotiations.

C2 The CEO relied on her intuitive feelers to make strategic decisions for the company.

Examples of feeler in a Sentence

formal The scientist used a feeler to measure the temperature of the substance.

informal I used my feeler to see if the water was warm enough for swimming.

slang She's got a real feeler for when people are lying to her.

figurative His speech was like a feeler, probing the audience's reactions.

Grammatical Forms of feeler

• past tense: felt
• plural: feelers
• comparative: more feeler
• superlative: most feeler
• present tense: feel
• future tense: will feel
• perfect tense: have felt
• continuous tense: is feeling
• singular: feeler
• positive degree: feeler
• infinitive: to feel
• gerund: feeling
• participle: feeling

Origin and Evolution of feeler

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'feeler' originated from the Middle English word 'feler' which meant 'one who feels or touches'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'feeler' evolved to refer to a part of an animal's body, such as an antenna or tentacle, that is used for touching and feeling. It is also commonly used metaphorically to describe someone who is sensitive or intuitive.