hoverer

/ˈhɒvərər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person or thing that hovers, especially a person who habitually loiters or hangs about a place.

“The hoverer outside the store was causing a distraction to the customers.”

2. noun

A device, especially one on an aircraft, that enables it to hover in the air.

“The helicopter’s hoverer system allowed it to stay suspended in mid-air for several minutes.”

Synonyms

  • hanger-on
  • idler
  • loafer

Antonyms

  • laborer
  • worker