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Passer - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

A passer is someone who moves past or through a place, often temporarily. It can also refer to a person who hands or transfers something to another, such as in sports.

passer

/ˈpæsər/ /ˈpɑːsə/

Definition:

A person who passes by or through a place, often briefly or without stopping.

Synonyms:

bystander, transient, wayfarer

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

resident, inhabitant

Common Collocations:

casual passer, anonymous passer, hurried passer

Derivatives:

passersby, passing

Usage Tips:

Use "passer" to describe someone moving past a location without lingering or interacting much.

Common Phrases:

passer-by, foot passer, street passer

Etymology:

Derived from Old French "passer," meaning "to pass," from Latin "passare."

Examples:

  • 1. The passer glanced at the shop window but didn’t enter.
  • 2. A kind passer helped her pick up the dropped papers.
  • 3. The busy street was full of hurried passers every morning.
  • 4. Few passers noticed the small kitten hiding in the alley.

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