seeder: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
C1Neutral / Technical
Quick answer
What does “seeder” mean?
A person, device, or machine that sows seeds.
Audio
Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
A person, device, or machine that sows seeds; one who initiates or originates something.
In computing, a user who uploads a complete file for sharing via peer-to-peer networks (e.g., BitTorrent). Can also refer to a program that generates initial data, like a database seeder in software development.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant semantic differences. The agricultural sense is universal. 'Seeder' in computing is global tech jargon.
Connotations
Neutral and functional in all contexts. In agriculture, it implies precision and efficiency.
Frequency
More frequent in agricultural regions and technical contexts (computing, software engineering). Relatively low in everyday conversation for most speakers.
Grammar
How to Use “seeder” in a Sentence
[NOUN] is a seeder for [NOUN PHRASE][NOUN] acted as a seeder[ADJ] seederVocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “seeder” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- To seeder the field efficiently requires calibrated equipment. (rare as verb)
American English
- They will seeder the new hybrid corn in April. (rare as verb)
adverb
British English
- [No adverbial form]
American English
- [No adverbial form]
adjective
British English
- [Not standard. Use 'seeding' as adjective, e.g., 'a seeding machine']
American English
- [Not standard. Use 'seeding' as adjective, e.g., 'seeder truck' is a noun compound]
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Rare, except in agribusiness or tech start-ups discussing data generation.
Academic
Used in agricultural science and computer networking papers.
Everyday
Mainly in gardening or farming contexts. Computing use understood by tech-savvy users.
Technical
Core term in precision agriculture and peer-to-peer networking protocols.
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “seeder”
- Using 'seeder' to mean a small seed (that would be 'seedling').
- Confusing 'seeder' (noun) with 'to seed' (verb).
- Misspelling as 'cedar' (a type of tree).
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is relatively low-frequency and is mostly used in specific technical or agricultural contexts.
They are often used synonymously, but 'seeder' can emphasise precision in placing seeds, while 'planter' might imply placing seedlings or larger seeds. A 'drill seeder' is a specific type of planter.
A seeder is a peer who has a complete copy of the file and is uploading it to others. A peer with only part of the file is a 'leecher'.
It is extremely rare as a verb. The verb form is 'to seed'. Using 'seeder' as a verb is non-standard.
A person, device, or machine that sows seeds.
Seeder is usually neutral / technical in register.
Seeder: in British English it is pronounced /ˈsiːdə(r)/, and in American English it is pronounced /ˈsidər/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “[No common idioms for 'seeder' as a noun]”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think of a SEED-er as a person or machine that puts SEEDs in the EARth.
Conceptual Metaphor
ORIGIN IS PLANTING (The initiator of a process is one who sows seeds).
Practice
Quiz
In which context would you LEAST likely encounter the word 'seeder'?