masher

1 of 2

noun (1)

mash·​er ˈma-shər How to pronounce masher (audio)
: one that mashes
a potato masher

masher

2 of 2

noun (2)

: a man who makes passes at women

Examples of masher in a Sentence

Noun (2) a would-be masher who was more pathetic than anything else
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Noun
Let this come to a simmer, and then use an immersion blender or potato masher to puree some of the veggies. Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2025 Meat Masher An excellent cheap kitchen gadget for every type of home cook is a silicone five-prong masher. Lanee Lee, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024 Use a ricer or masher for the smoothest texture. Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024 Drain sweet potatoes, and transfer to a large bowl; mash using a potato masher until mostly smooth. Amanda Stanfield, Southern Living, 23 Nov. 2024 See All Example Sentences for masher

Word History

First Known Use

Noun (1)

1591, in the meaning defined above

Noun (2)

1875, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of masher was in 1591

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“Masher.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/masher. Accessed 19 Apr. 2025.

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