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ush·er

usher

 
pronunciation:
uh shr
parts of speech:
noun, verb
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part of speech: noun
definition: a person who shows people to their seats in a house of worship, theater, or stadium.
similar words:
attendant, escort, guide, pilot
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part of speech: verb
inflections: ushers, ushering, ushered
definition: to lead, escort, or show (usually followed by "into," "in," "out," or "to").
The servants ushered us into the royal chamber.
synonyms:
escort
similar words:
accompany, conduct, direct, guide, lead, pilot, seat, show, steer
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