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

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Some major Tennessee cities have ranked as top destinations for movers over the past decade, and the state's suburbs are also among the best in the country. Jordan Green, Nashville Tennessean, 22 Oct. 2025 Europe’s defense stocks were among the strong movers, with Thyssenkrupp gaining more than 8% following the spinout and IPO of its German warship manufacturer TKMS. Hugh Leask,holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 20 Oct. 2025 The lack of long-term commitments adds flexibility for renters or frequent movers. Roxanne Downer, USA Today, 20 Oct. 2025 Not all movers are created equal. Marni Jameson, Arkansas Online, 17 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for mover

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First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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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 23 Oct. 2025.

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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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