pusher
15 synonyms for pusher, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Someone or something that pushes.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Simply "push" plus the agent suffix "-er" — someone or something that does the pushing.
Full origin of pusher →Frequently asked questions
What does “pusher” mean?
The word “pusher” means someone or something that pushes. In plain terms, most commonly used today as slang for a drug dealer, though it originally just meant anyone who pushes something.
How do you pronounce “pusher”?
“Pusher” is pronounced PUU-shuh (/ˈpʊʃə/ in IPA).
How do you use “pusher” in a sentence?
Here is “pusher” used in a sentence: “The nurse used a pusher to help load the trolley.”
What part of speech is “pusher”?
“Pusher” is a noun.
How many meanings does “pusher” have?
“Pusher” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: someone or something that pushes.
