rusher

noun

rush·​er ˈrə-shər How to pronounce rusher (audio)
: one that rushes
especially : ballcarrier

Examples of rusher in a Sentence

He was the team's leading rusher last year.
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The former New York Giants rusher is wrapping up his career just two games shy of 100 appearances during the regular season. Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Aug. 2025 Fields is an elite rusher, which gives you a massive edge in fantasy football. Steve Bradshaw, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025 Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel said Robinson suffered a hit to the rib and announced his standout pass rusher’s quick return to practice ahead of Thursday drills. David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 14 Aug. 2025 Giants edge rusher Brian Burns was again unblockable as the two-time Pro Bowler registered three sacks. Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 13 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for rusher

Word History

First Known Use

1618, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of rusher was in 1618

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“Rusher.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rusher. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.

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