masher

¹

[ mash-er ]

noun

1. a person or thing that mashes. mash.

masher

²

[ mash-er ]

noun

, Slang.

1. a man who makes advances, especially to women he does not know, with a view to physical intimacy.

Word History and Origins

Origin of masher¹

First recorded in 1490–1500; mash ¹ + -er ¹

Origin of masher²

First recorded in 1880–85; mash ² + -er ¹

Example Sentences

I’m speaking about the potato masher, of course.

From Salon

With a potato masher, ricer, or hand mixer, mash the potatoes.

From Salon

When they’re warm, mash them with a potato masher or wooden spoon.

From Seattle Times

In a large bowl, use a potato masher to roughly mash about ¾ of the chickpeas; stir in the remaining whole chickpeas.

From Washington Times

In a large bowl, using a fork or a potato masher, coarsely mash the black beans.

From Washington Times