Definitions

1. noun

A person who expresses or feels a desire for something, especially a person who expresses a good or happy wish.

“She’s a good wisher who always hopes for the best in her loved ones.”

2. noun

A person who makes a formal request or expresses a desire to be granted something, such as a license or a permit.

“The wisher submitted an application to the local government for a building permit.”

3. verb

To express a desire or a hope for something, especially to express a good or happy wish.

“The friends wished for each other’s happiness on their special day.”

4. verb

To make a formal request or express a desire to be granted something, such as a license or a permit.

“The town council wishes to grant the new business a permit to operate in the area.”