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masher

|mash-er|

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/ˈmæʃər/

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/ˈmæʃə/

(mash)

soft, pulpy mixture

Base Form	Plural	Past	Past Participle	Present Participle	Noun
mash	mashers	mashed	mashed	mashing	mashes

Etymology

Etymology Information

'masher' originates from the English word 'mash,' which means to crush or grind.

Historical Evolution

'masher' evolved from the verb 'mash' in the late 19th century, initially referring to a man who made unwelcome advances.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to crush or grind,' but over time it evolved to also mean a man making unwelcome advances.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a kitchen utensil used for mashing food, such as potatoes.

She used a masher to prepare the mashed potatoes.

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Noun 2

(dated, slang) A man who makes unwelcome advances to women.

In the 19th century, a masher was often seen as a nuisance.

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Last updated: 2025/04/10 01:54