keener

English

Etymology 1

See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form.

Adjective

keener

1. comparative form of keen: more keen

Etymology 2

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

Noun

keener (plural keeners)

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

Etymology 3

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

Noun

keener (plural keeners)

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

Related terms

• keeno