graders
word · lemma: grader
Definition
'Graders' usually refers to students in a particular grade or year in school, such as 'third graders'. It can also refer to grading machines used in construction.
Usage & Nuances
Most common in US English for schoolchildren ('fourth graders'). Can also refer to construction machinery (road graders). In education, do not confuse 'graders' (students) with 'grader' as a person who grades papers (examiner or teacher). Usually based on grade/year plus 'grader'.
Example Sentences
The school has over one hundred sixth graders.
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The new graders were nervous on their first day.
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The third graders went on a field trip today.
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Many first graders are learning to read.
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Some graders stayed after school to help clean the classroom.
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The construction workers used two large graders to level the road.
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