passer

/ˈpæsər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person or thing that passes something, such as a ball, a test, or a milestone.

“The quarterback was a skilled passer in the game.”

2. noun

A bird that passes through a particular place at a certain time of year.

“The migratory passer was seen in the garden for the first time this season.”

3. noun

A person who pays for something, especially a ticket or an entrance fee.

“The passer paid for the concert tickets at the box office.”

4. verb

To pass something, such as a test, a milestone, or the ball in a game.

“She passed the exam with flying colors.”

5. verb

To go through a particular place, especially at a certain time of year.

“The birds passed through the forest on their migration route.”

Synonyms

  • passer-through
  • passerby
  • payer

Antonyms

  • failer
  • non-migrator