keener

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English

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Etymology 1

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See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form.

Adjective

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keener

  1. comparative form of keen: more keen

Etymology 2

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From keen (lament, verb) +‎ -er (one who does).

Noun

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keener (plural keeners)

  1. (dated) One who keens at a funeral.

Etymology 3

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From keen (enthusiastic) +‎ -er (one who is).

Noun

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keener (plural keeners)

  1. (informal, chiefly Canada) Someone who is excessively keen or eager, possibly making others look bad; a brown-noser.
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