mentioner

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Word: Mentioner

Definition:
A "mentioner" is a noun that refers to a person who speaks about something briefly or incidentally. It is used to describe someone who brings up a topic or refers to a point without going into much detail.

Usage Instructions:

• When to Use: You can use "mentioner" when discussing someone who casually brings up a subject during a conversation or in writing.
• Form: It is a singular noun. The plural form is "mentioners."

Example Sentences:

1. In the meeting, Sarah was the mentioner of the new project ideas but didn’t elaborate on them.
2. As a mentioner of important news, he often raises topics that others might overlook.

Advanced Usage:

In more formal or academic contexts, the term "mentioner" may be less common. Instead, you might see terms like "referent" or "discussant," depending on the context of the conversation.

Word Variants:

• Verb Form: Mention (to refer to something briefly)
• Noun Form: Mention (the act of referring to something)

Different Meanings:

• The word "mention" itself can also refer to the act of talking about something, so it can be used in various contexts, not just to describe a person.

Synonyms:

• Referencer
• Speaker
• Commentator (in some contexts)
• Noter

Related Idioms:

• "By the way": This idiom is often used when someone casually mentions something that is not the main topic of conversation. For example, "By the way, did you hear about the new café in town?"

Phrasal Verbs:

While there are no direct phrasal verbs for "mentioner," you can use "bring up" which means to start talking about a topic.
- Example: "He brought up the issue during the discussion."

Summary:

In summary, a "mentioner" is someone who refers to something briefly in conversation.

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Noun

1. a speaker who refers to something briefly or incidentally