|
WordNet-Online
| ||||
Definitions from the WebRepellerDefinition:A repeller is a device or substance used to keep away insects, pests, or unwanted animals. Sense 1:Noun: A repeller is an electronic device that emits ultrasonic waves to repel insects and rodents, commonly used in homes, gardens, and offices. Example sentence: I plugged in the repeller and watched as the mice scurried away from my house. Related products: Ultrasonic Pest Repeller Sense 2:Noun: A repeller can also refer to a plant or substance used to repel insects, such as citronella or neem oil. Example sentence: I sprayed some citronella repeller on my skin to keep mosquitoes away during the camping trip. Related products: Citronella Repellent Sense 3:Noun: In physics, a repeller refers to a region in which a particle experiences a repulsive force. Example sentence: The positively charged particle was repelled by the repeller in the experiment. Sense 4:Noun: In sports, particularly basketball, a repeller is a defensive player known for their ability to block shots and deter opponents from approaching the basket. Example sentence: The tall center was a formidable repeller, making it difficult for the opposing team to score inside the paint. Related products: Basketball Shot Blocker Sense 5:Adjective: Used to describe something that repels or repulses. Example sentence: The pungent smell of the repeller fruit was enough to keep me away from trying it. | ||||
repel repel repell repellant repellant repelled repellent repellently repeller repelling repellingly repellment repelment repelsion repend repens repent
|