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week⋅end⋅er

[week-en-der]
–noun
1. a person who goes on a weekend vacation.
2. a weekend guest.
3. a traveling bag large enough to carry the clothing and personal articles needed for a weekend trip.
4. a small pleasure boat, esp. a sailboat, equipped to accommodate usually not more than four persons for a weekend cruise.
5. a person who engages in a sport, hobby, or other activity occasionally, esp. on weekends.
6. Slang. a minor offender sentenced to serve a weekend or series of weekends in jail.

Origin:
1875–80; weekend + -er 1
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week·end·er   (wēk'ěn'dər)   
n.  
  1. One who vacations or visits on a weekend.

  2. A small suitcase or bag for carrying clothing and toiletries for a weekend.

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