Elmer

/ˈɛlmə/

/ˈɛlmər/

Translation of "elmer" into Russian

Noun

/ˈɛlmə/

/ˈɛlmər/

elmer

elmers pl

Elmer is a common name in some English-speaking countries.

Элмер - распространенное имя в некоторых англоязычных странах.

Noun

/ˈɛlmə/

/ˈɛlmər/

An experienced amateur-radio operator who mentors newcomers.

Her elmer patiently explained how to build a simple antenna.

By extension, an experienced mentor in any technical hobby or field.

At the makerspace, Brian served as an elmer to first-time solderers.

Verb

/ˈɛlmə/

/ˈɛlmər/

To mentor or instruct (a newcomer) in amateur radio or a similar hobby.

He volunteered to elmer the club’s newest members.

Proper noun

A male given name.

Elmer waved from across the street.