name
Elmer
EHLM
name
1
A male given name, an English surname originally, brought back into use as a first name in 19th-century America.
"Elmer Fudd is a well-known cartoon character."
noun
1
An experienced amateur radio operator who mentors newcomers to the hobby.
"His elmer taught him how to build his first antenna."
How to Use Elmer
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA traditional given name; in ham radio slang, a mentor who helps beginners.
Word Forms
Elmers plural
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Etymology
A medieval variant of the name Aylmer, from Old English words meaning "noble" and "famous"; the ham-radio sense comes from the given name being used informally for a friendly mentor figure.