inventor
/ɪnˈvɛntɚ/
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Also seen as: inventors
Meaning · English
One who invents, either as a hobby or as an occupation.
Noun
Examples
Thomas Edison was the inventor of the phonograph.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “inventor” mean?
One who invents, either as a hobby or as an occupation.
Is “inventor” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.