auctioneer
Translation
auctioneer
Examples
The auctioneer spoke very quickly.
The auctioneer spoke very quickly.
She works as an art auctioneer.
She works as an art auctioneer.
Grammar Patterns
((an auctioneer)) a person who conducts auctions The auctioneer spoke very quickly.
Similar Words
Synonyms: crier, seller
Etymology
From 'auction' + the suffix '-eer', which denotes a person involved in an activity.
Memory Tips
The person at an 'auction' is the auction-'eer', just like an 'engineer' works with engines.