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chaser

CHAY-suh

Chaser (noun) means a person, animal, or vehicle that chases something or someone. Example: “The storm chaser drove hundreds of miles to film the tornado.”

noun
1
A person, animal, or vehicle that chases something or someone.
"The storm chaser drove hundreds of miles to film the tornado."
2
A milder drink taken right after a shot of strong liquor.
"He ordered a tequila shot with a lime soda chaser."

How to Use Chaser

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone or something that chases, or a drink taken after a strong shot.

Common pairings
storm chaser ambulance chaser beer chaser

Word Forms

chasers plural, chasers plural

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Etymology

From Old French chaceür, from chacier ("to hunt, chase"); a doublet of "chasseur."

Origin: Old French

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “chaser” mean?

The word “chaser” means a person, animal, or vehicle that chases something or someone. In plain terms, someone or something that chases, or a drink taken after a strong shot.

How do you pronounce “chaser”?

“Chaser” is pronounced CHAY-suh (/ˈt͡ʃeɪsɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “chaser” in a sentence?

Here is “chaser” used in a sentence: “The storm chaser drove hundreds of miles to film the tornado.”

What part of speech is “chaser”?

“Chaser” is a noun.

Where does the word “chaser” come from?

The word “chaser” comes from Old French. From Old French chaceür, from chacier ("to hunt, chase"); a doublet of "chasseur.".

Is “chaser” a common word?

“Chaser” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “chaser” have?

“Chaser” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person, animal, or vehicle that chases something or someone.

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