designer
- 01 A2 Elementary
n.a person whose job is to plan the shape, look, or function of something before it is made.
n.a professional who creates plans, sketches, or specifications for the construction or appearance of objects, systems, or environments.
Simple“The graphic designer spent the afternoon choosing the best colors for the new website.”
In context“The lead industrial designer insisted that the prototype be tested for ergonomic comfort before the final manufacturing phase began.”
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.a computer program or tool used to create designs.
n.a software application or specific interface mode used for visual or structural design tasks.
Simple“Open the web designer tool to change the layout of your homepage.”
In context“The integrated development environment includes a visual designer that allows developers to drag and drop interface elements onto the canvas.”
Teacher's tipIn computing, this often refers to the 'What You See Is What You Get' (WYSIWYG) part of a program.
- 03 B1 Intermediate
adj.made by a famous or expensive company, especially in fashion.
adj.bearing the name of a prestigious creator or brand; typically implies high cost and social status.
Simple“She saved her money for months to buy a pair of designer sunglasses.”
In context“The boutique specialized in designer labels, attracting a clientele that valued brand prestige over practical utility.”
UsageUsually placed before the noun it describes.
From design + -er.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.