wader

noun

wad·​er ˈwā-dər 

1

: one that wades

2

: shorebird

also : wading bird

3

waders plural : high waterproof boots or a one-piece waterproof garment usually consisting of pants with attached boots that are used for wading (as when fishing)

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Examples of wader in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

After outfitting us in our waders, Brian drove us to the edge of the river and demonstrated how to cast. —John Paul Brammer, SELF, 17 Oct. 2024

Standing in waders in sweltering temperatures to perform takes strength and experience, things puppeteer Tran has in abundance. —Richard Quest, CNN, 6 Oct. 2024

Designed to resist abrasion caused by waders, shed water and insulate all day long, these trousers are ready for autumn water adventures, from Gauley River rafting to fishing for striped bass. —Emily Pennington, Outside Online, 18 Sep. 2024

Crosby, who had a wife and two kids at home, went chasing after his boat in his waders and drowned. —Dac Collins, Outdoor Life, 25 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1673, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

wader

noun

wad·​er ˈwād-ər 

1

: one that wades

2

: wading bird

3

plural : high waterproof boots or trousers for wading