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Crasher - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A crasher is someone who attends an event, party, or gathering without an invitation or permission. The term can also refer to a person or thing that disrupts or interrupts an activity.

crasher

/ˈkræʃər/ /ˈkræʃə/

Definition:

A person who attends an event without an invitation or permission, often causing disruption.

Synonyms:

intruder, gatecrasher, interloper, trespasser

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

guest, invitee

Common Collocations:

party crasher, wedding crasher, uninvited guest

Derivatives:

crash, crashing

Usage Tips:

Use "crasher" for uninvited attendees; avoid confusion with "crash" (accident or failure).

Common Phrases:

party crasher, wedding crasher, gatecrasher

Etymology:

Derived from "crash," meaning to break in or enter forcibly; first recorded in early 20th century.

Examples:

  • 1. The security removed the crasher from the concert.
  • 2. She pretended to be a guest but was actually a crasher.
  • 3. The party was ruined by an unwelcome crasher.
  • 4. Wedding planners often watch for potential crashers.

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