pollinator

noun

pol·​li·​na·​tor ˈpä-lə-ˌnā-tər 

: one that pollinates: such as

a

: an agent (such as an insect) that pollinates flowers

b

: pollenizer sense 1

Examples of pollinator in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

While honeybees pass the winter in sheltered hives, the vast majority of North America’s native pollinators do not. — Manjot Kaur Sidhu, The Conversation, 9 Oct. 2026

Besides helping pollinators, the agreements can help utilities carry out their work. — Susan Degrane, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026

In Colorado, where temperature swings are dramatic and native pollinators depend on winter habitat, thoughtful fall yard work pays dividends far beyond curb appeal. — Pam Rosendal, Denver Post, 27 Sep. 2026

Purple Coneflower Another North American native, purple coneflowers (Echinacea purpurea) are a favorite of pollinators and birds. — Rita Pelczar, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1883, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for pollinator

• activator
• actuator
• agitator
• alligator
• allocator
• alternator
• animator
• annotator
• applicator
• arbitrator
• aspirator
• aviator

Kids Definition

pollinator

noun

pol·​li·​na·​tor ˈpäl-ə-ˌnāt-ər 

: something (as an insect) that pollinates flowers