The words teacher, preacher, and dancer all end with the suffix -er. Which of the following does the suffix -er mean? help

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The suffix "-er" is used to indicate a person who performs a specific action or role related to the root word. In the examples you've provided:

  • Teacher: a person who teaches.
  • Preacher: a person who preaches.
  • Dancer: a person who dances.

So, in general, the suffix "-er" conveys the meaning of "one who does" the action of the verb it is attached to.