persuader
One who, or that which, persuades, literally or figurativelyOne who, or that which, persuades, literally or figuratively.
Meaning
5 sensesOne who, or that which, persuades, literally or figuratively.
One who, or that which, persuades, literally or figuratively.
(euphemistic, informal)A hammer; any tool used improvisationally to strike a recalcitrant object.
It's true that a good worker doesn't misuse a hammer, and it's also true that a good worker knows that sometimes using a persuader to expedite a task is appropriate for efficiency.
(colloquial, historical)A tool used to pack the type into the form.
An electrode that directs electrons into a multiplier.
(slang)A spur (for riding a horse).
- someone who tries to persuade or induce or lead on
Origin
From persuade + -er.From persuade + -er.
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Forms
plural: persuaders| Singular | persuader |
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Synonyms
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4 related wordsSee also
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