driver

/ˈdɹaɪ.və/

UK: /ˈdɹaɪ.və/

DɹAꞮ · və (2 syllables)

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Definition

One who drives something.

Etymology

From Middle English drivere, dryvere, dryvare, equivalent to drive + -er. Cognate with Saterland Frisian Drieuwer (“driver”), Dutch drijver (“driver”), German Low German Driever (“driver”), German Treiber (“driver”), Swedish drivare (“driver”).

Example Sentences

  • "Luke North was working in the North East District when Harry Patterson the pony driver came by. It was 5.45 o'clock. Luke smelt danger in the air. He walked round the pony to speak with Harry […]"
  • "The driver will make an announcement when the trip is nearing its completion."
  • "Tipping your driver is optional but is much appreciated."
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