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usher

[ˈaʃ.ə(ɹ)]
B1 Ā· Intermediateā˜…ā˜…ā˜…ā˜†ā˜†
noun

Simple Meaning

a person who shows people to their seats in a theater, church, or at a wedding.

When to Use

šŸ’¬Daily ConversationšŸ’¼Workplace English
Intermediate — can handle common situations

Examples in Conversation

ā€œThe usher led us to our seats near the front.ā€

ā€œCould you ask an usher for help finding the restroom?ā€

ā–¶Full Definition

A person, in a church, cinema etc., who escorts people to their seats.

Related Words

Synonyms:
guideattendantescort
Word Family:
usherusheredusheringushers

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