mover

noun

mov·​er ˈmü-vər How to pronounce mover (audio)
: one that moves or sets something in motion
especially : one whose business or occupation is the moving of household goods from one residence to another

Examples of mover in a Sentence

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of mover was in the 14th century

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“Mover.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mover. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

mover

noun
mov·​er ˈmü-vər How to pronounce mover (audio)
: one that moves or sets something in motion
especially : a person or company that moves the belongings of others from one home to another

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