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gooder

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English

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Pronunciation

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Etymology 1

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From good +‎ -er (comparative suffix).

Adjective

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gooder

  1. (nonstandard, humorous) comparative form of good: more good
Usage notes
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The standard comparative is better.

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Etymology 2

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From good +‎ -er (occupational suffix).

Noun

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gooder (plural gooders)

  1. (nonstandard, humorous, New England slang) Something good; a good one; goodie.
    You're a gooder, for taking care of your mom.
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  • A parallel construction to oner, a nominalization of one, to mean "an outstanding person or thing".

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