usher
noun
ush·er
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Definition of usher
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a
: an officer or servant who has the care of the door of a court, hall, or chamber
b
: an officer who walks before a person of rank
c
: one who escorts persons to their seats (as in a theater)
2
archaic
: an assistant teacher
usher
verb
ushered;
ushering\ ˈə-sh(ə-)riŋ
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Definition of usher (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: to conduct to a place
2
: to precede as an usher, forerunner, or harbinger
3
: to cause to enter : introduce
a new theory ushered into the world
: to serve as an usher
usher at a wedding
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Synonyms & Antonyms for usher
Synonyms: Verb
conduct, direct, guide, lead, marshal (also marshall), pilot, route, show, steer
Antonyms: Verb
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Examples of usher in a Sentence
Verb
He ushered them to their seats. A nurse ushered us into the hospital room.Recent Examples on the Web: Noun
The exhibit recounts the rise and fall of that city’s movie theaters, from tiny screens erected temporarily in storefronts to grand palaces with uniformed ushers. — John Kelly, Washington Post, "After decades, a freeze frame from D.C.’s old Biograph Theatre is back on display," 31 July 2019 Harry and Will were both ushers at Thomas’s wedding to Lady Melissa Percy, the Daily Mail reports. 4. — Kayleigh Roberts, Marie Claire, "Who Is Charlie van Straubenzee? 9 Things to Know About Prince Harry's Friend and Archie's Godfather," 7 July 2019 Mildred Taylor, an Oakland resident who’s been an usher at Oracle Arena for the past 22 years, said the finality of the move finally struck her the day before Game 6, the last Warriors game at Oracle. — Sean Gregory/oakland, Time, "The Golden State Warriors Revolutionized the NBA. Now They Plan to Keep the Dynasty Dream Alive," 20 June 2019 There were the security guards, the clubhouse attendants, the stadium ushers who rushed up to say hello. — Bob Nightengale, USA TODAY, "Opinion: Cardinals celebrate Albert Pujols in emotional return to St. Louis," 21 June 2019 Skouras gave Hassanein a job as an usher at one of his movie theaters. — San Diego Union-Tribune, "Obituary: Salah M. Hassanein, movie-theater executive and philanthropist, dies at 98," 16 June 2019 The second-most common low-paying job type across multiple states was related to ticket takers, ushers and lobby attendants. — Leada Gore | Lgore@al.com, al.com, "The lowest paying job in Alabama," 8 July 2019 Quarterback Tanner Schafer and Calcaterra served as ushers during the wedding, according to OU Daily. — Tess Demeyer, USA TODAY, "Browns QB Baker Mayfield gets married in Malibu," 7 July 2019 Wedding details like where and when the ceremony will take place have yet to be made public, but Nikkah does report that Prince William will serve as an usher. — Caroline Hallemann, Town & Country, "Prince George and Princess Charlotte Will Reportedly Serve as Bridal Attendants in Yet Another Wedding," 23 June 2019Recent Examples on the Web: Verb
Avila's team — the Detroit Tigers, for whom he’s been tasked with ushering a once-perennial contender through a painful rebuilding process — was heading home from Chicago. — Anthony Fenech, Detroit Free Press, "Like it or not, extending Al Avila's contract is the right move. Here's why:," 6 July 2019 The Museum of Modern Art hosted the premiere, with lights twinkling in the courtyard as guests were ushered into the screening. — Kate Klausner, Vogue, "Hugh Jackman Trades Wolverine for Politics at Last Night’s Premiere of The Front Runner," 31 Oct. 2018 Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman told Pompeo before reporters were ushered out. — Carol Morello, The Seattle Times, "In Saudi Arabia, few signs of a crisis as Pompeo and Saudi officials exchange pleasantries," 16 Oct. 2018 With such expensive additions to the squad it is expected that several players will be ushered out of Camp Nou. — SI.com, "Barcelona 'Willing' to Let Lucas Digne Leave for Good Offer After Defender Requests Camp Nou Exit," 12 July 2018 Bailiffs cleared the hallway after the appearance to clear a passage for the adult siblings who were ushered out of view. — Crimesider Staff, CBS News, "Turpin sister's photos of shackled siblings draw gasps in court," 21 June 2018 Buy Photo The team that loses that final game is suddenly ushered out of the spotlight, but getting to that point is a tremendous feat, especially while competing in the NJSIAA Non-Public A baseball state tournament. — Marc Narducci, Philly.com, "St. Augustine looking to change recent history in Non-Public A state baseball final," 7 June 2018 Coordinators were on hand to help people express their condolences and then gently be ushered out to make room for the next groups. — Dallas News, "A grieving man’s cry for support draws people from all over to mourn El Paso massacre victim," 17 Aug. 2019 Two men -- one of whom was wearing a cap emblazoned with a Chinese flag -- were seen arguing with protesters in the arrivals hall, before being ushered away by security as protesters cheered. — Ben Westcott, CNN, "Hong Kong protesters spark airport chaos as flights canceled for second day," 13 Aug. 2019These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'usher.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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More Definitions for usher
usher
noun
English Language Learners Definition of usher
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a person who leads people to their seats in a theater, at a wedding, etc.
usher
verbEnglish Language Learners Definition of usher (Entry 2 of 2)
: to lead (someone) to a place
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usher
noun
ush·er
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Kids Definition of usher
(Entry 1 of 2)
: a person who shows people to seats (as in a theater, at a game, or at a wedding)
usher
verb
ushered;
ushering