pelter

English

noun
Definitions
  • One who pelts.
  • (sometimes) A pelting; a shower of missiles, rain, anger, etc.
  • (dated) A pinchpenny; a mean, sordid person; a miser; a skinflint.

Etymology

Suffix from English pelt.

Origin

English

pelt

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