Etymology
Origin of passer
Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at pass, -er 1
Example Sentences
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Later on in the draft, the Jets can then decide if a passer such as Alabama’s Ty Simpson is worth a look.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026
Tagovailoa, 28, had the best passer rating in the NFL in 2022 and the most passing yards in 2023.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 9, 2026
Wins were the main one - just 21 of them in five seasons - but categories like passer rating and completion percentage were the worst of any quarterback during that time.
From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026
Time after time, the star passer dropped back to pass only to be instantly swarmed by Seattle defenders.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026
The passer in the street may be unaware of the causes of his admiration or sympathy, but the effects upon him have been proved times without number.
From War Posters Issued by Belligerent and Neutral Nations 1914-1919 by Various
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