mover

noun

mov·​er ˈmü-vər How to pronounce mover (audio)
Synonyms of movernext
: 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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To inch closer to its goals, Amazon has flooded its warehouses with robotics technologies in recent years, including robotic arms like Sparrow, Robin and Cardinal, autonomous cart mover Proteus and inventory sortation system Sequoia to support employees in the fulfillment process. Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 30 Apr. 2026 Working with a mover who understands these requirements is critical to ensuring a smooth moving day. Tracy Yochum, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026 Then the two movers carried the chaise part in first followed by the sofa, then the cushions all within a few minutes. Emma Tubbs, Architectural Digest, 28 Apr. 2026 Avoca—named for a body of water in Ireland where two rivers merge to one—has something of a first-mover advantage in its space. Allie Garfinkle, Fortune, 27 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mover

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 2 May. 2026.

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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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