n.
Pronunciation: ' k ə -t ə r
Function: noun
Date: 15th century
1 : one that cuts: a : one whose work is cutting or involves cutting b (1) : an instrument, machine, machine part, or tool that cuts (2) : a device for vibrating a cutting stylus in disc recording also : the stylus or its point
2 a : a ship's boat for carrying stores or passengers b : a single-masted fore-and-aft rigged sailing vessel c : a small armed vessel in government service
3 : a light sleigh