noun Uncommon

changer

CHAYND-zhuh

Changer (noun) means a person or thing that changes or transforms something. Example: “The new policy was a real game changer for small businesses.”

noun

A person or thing that changes or transforms something.

"The new policy was a real game changer for small businesses."

Historically, a person who exchanged money, such as a moneychanger.

"Merchants relied on the changer to convert foreign coins into local currency."

How to Use Changer

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone or something that brings about change, most familiar today in the phrase "game changer."

Common pairings

game changer money changer

Word Forms

changers plural

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Etymology

From Middle English chaungere, from change + the agent suffix -er.

Origin: Middle English

Rhymes for changer

anger danger hanger manger langer ranger granger stranger endanger gangbanger doppelganger

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “changer” mean?

The word “changer” means a person or thing that changes or transforms something. In plain terms, someone or something that brings about change, most familiar today in the phrase "game changer.".

How do you pronounce “changer”?

“Changer” is pronounced CHAYND-zhuh (/ˈt͡ʃeɪnd͡ʒɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “changer” in a sentence?

Here is “changer” used in a sentence: “The new policy was a real game changer for small businesses.”

What part of speech is “changer”?

“Changer” is a noun.

Where does the word “changer” come from?

The word “changer” comes from Middle English. From Middle English chaungere, from change + the agent suffix -er.

Is “changer” a common word?

“Changer” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “changer” have?

“Changer” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person or thing that changes or transforms something.