Spelling list: Words ending in or

Many words use the letters or to spell the weak vowel ending.

The or ending is often found after the letters ct, it, at, ss, and rr.

actor
The actor forgot his lines.
collector
He was an avid collector of stamps.
doctor
She asked the doctor to examine her ears.
visitor
As a visitor, I must report to the reception desk.
editor
My editor is currently reading my new book.
alligator
He saw an alligator in the wild.
calculator
Did you use a calculator for that equation?
predecessor
He was concerned that he would be overshadowed by his predecessor.
professor
The professor gave a lecture on ancient history.
horror
The horror film made me squirm.
mirror
We have a large mirror in our hall.
error
He couldn't believe the spelling error he had made.
anchor
The ship dropped anchor in the bay.
donor
Tony has been a blood donor for many years.
survivor
One survivor was found in the collapsed building.