Definition

A player in major league baseball who has just moved up from a smaller league.

Example

The young busher impressed everyone with his skills during the game.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new busher on the team?

Yeah, I heard he just came from a small league.

I hope he can handle the pressure in the major leagues.

Me too! It’ll be exciting to see how he performs.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'busher' originates from the term 'bush' (from Old English 'busc', meaning a shrub or thicket) combined with the suffix '-er' (meaning a person who). A 'busher' refers to a person who is associated with or works in the bushes, often in a context related to hunting or outdoor activities.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who works or spends time in the 'bushes' ('bush') — the '-er' indicates a person. This helps you remember that a 'busher' is someone associated with the bushes.

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