liker

Etymology

From like + -er.

noun

  1. One who likes.
    Traditionally, the rebate offers a price cut to anyone willing to endure a certain amount of hassle; it’s an inducement that separates the casual bargain likers from the ardent bargain lovers. May 10, 2009, David Segal, “Scammed? Rebuffed? Ignored? Read On”, in New York Times

adj

  1. (archaic) comparative form of like: more like
    We owe greater love to angels than to men, because they are better, nearer God, and liker to him, and more demonstrate his glory; and indeed also love us better, and do more for us than we can do for one another. 1673, Richard Baxter, Christian Directory
    To be the bride of Christ was the thought that filled her heart; and when, at the fencing of the table, Dr. Chrystal preached from Matthew nine and fifteen, 'Can the children of the bridechamber mourn as long as the bridegroom is with them?' it was remarked by sundry that Ailie's face was liker the countenance of an angel than of a mortal lass. 1902, John Buchan, The Outgoing of the Tide

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