tamer

UK
/ˈteɪmə/
US
/ˈteɪmɚ/

Translations

tamernoun
tamers
pl
UK
/ˈteɪ.mə/
US
/ˈteɪ.mɚ/
dompteurPour une personne qui dresse ou contrôle des animaux sauvages.
The lion tamer performed a daring act in the circus.
Le dompteur de lions a présenté un numéro audacieux au cirque.
Additional translations
dompteusePour une femme qui dresse ou contrôle des animaux sauvages.
produit disciplinantSurtout en cosmétique, pour réduire un effet indiscipliné, notamment les frisottis.
Synonyms
tamer of beasts
animal trainer
tameradjective
tamer
Comp.
UK
/ˈteɪ.mə/
US
/ˈteɪ.mɚ/
Comparative form of the adjective "tame"; denotes a greater degree of tameness.
plus docileComparatif de tame, surtout pour les animaux ou les comportements moins sauvages.
The rescued fox grew tamer with each passing day.
Le renard recueilli devenait de plus en plus docile chaque jour.
Additional translations
plus apprivoiséSe dit surtout d’un animal devenu moins sauvage.
Synonyms
more manageable
more tame
more docile
more subdued
more compliant
more placid
less intense
less ferocious
less wild
more restrained
less aggressive
tameadjective

tamer

Comp.

tamer
Comp.
tamest
Super.
UK
/teɪm/
US
/teɪm/
The tame rabbit hopped around the garden without fear.
Le lapin domestiqué sautait dans le jardin sans peur.
The tame horse followed the rider calmly.
Le cheval docile suivait calmement le cavalier.
Additional translations
fadePour une œuvre, un spectacle ou un événement manquant de relief ou d’intérêt.
soumisEmployé pour une personne ou une attitude facilement contrôlable.

Definitions

tamernoun
A person who trains or controls wild animals, especially for entertainment purposes.
The lion tamer performed a daring act in the circus, captivating the audience with his skill.
A device, substance, or agent used to reduce, control, or moderate something unruly.
She applied a frizz tamer to keep her hair smooth in the humid weather.
tameradjective
More tame; less wild or aggressive.
The rescued fox grew tamer with each passing day.
tameadjective
Domesticated or not wild; having been made docile or tractable.
The tame rabbit hopped around the garden without fear.
Lacking in excitement or interest; dull or uninspiring.
The movie was rather tame, with no unexpected twists or thrilling moments.
Submissive or compliant; easily controlled or managed.
He was known for his tame demeanor, always agreeing with whatever was suggested.