Usher — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈə-shər/ ush·er

Meaning & Definition of Usher

Usher (noun)

  1. an officer or servant who has the care of the door of a court, hall, or chamber
  2. an officer who walks before a person of rank
  3. one who escorts persons to their seats (as in a theater)

Usher (verb)

  1. to conduct to a place
  2. to precede as an usher, forerunner, or harbinger
  3. to cause to enter, introduce

Usher (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to point out the way for (someone) especially from a position in front

    "ushered the job applicant into the room and then left"

    similar: conduct, direct, guide, lead, marshal, pilot, route, show, steer
    related: precede, accompany, attend, chaperone, convoy, escort, see, control, manage
    opposite: follow, trail
    near: dog, hound, shadow, tail, tailgate

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Usher

The most common words with a similar meaning to Usher:

conduct, direct, guide, lead, marshal, pilot, route, show, steer

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Usher

Words with the opposite meaning of Usher:

follow, trail

Related Words for Usher

precede, accompany, attend, chaperone, convoy, escort, see, control, manage

Near Antonyms of Usher

dog, hound, shadow, tail, tailgate

Word Forms of Usher

Inflections: ushered, ushering

Origin & Etymology of Usher

Middle English ussher, from Anglo-French ussier, usscher, from Vulgar Latin *ustiarius doorkeeper, from Latin ostium, ustium door, mouth of a river ostium

First known use: 14th century

Words & Phrases Containing Usher

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Frequently Asked Questions about Usher

What does "Usher" mean?

"Usher" means an officer or servant who has the care of the door of a court, hall, or chamber. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: an officer or servant who has the care of the door of a court, hall, or chamber.

What is another word for "Usher"?

Other words for "Usher" include conduct, direct, guide, lead, marshal, pilot, route and show. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Usher" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Usher"?

There are 18 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Usher". Common alternatives include conduct, direct, guide, lead, marshal, pilot, route, show and steer.

What is the opposite of "Usher"?

Antonyms of "Usher" include follow and trail. Near antonyms include dog, hound, shadow and tail.

How do you use "Usher" in a sentence?

Examples of "Usher" in a sentence: "ushered the job applicant into the room and then left".

Is "Usher" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Usher" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Usher"?

"Usher" is pronounced /ˈə-shər/ and divided into syllables as ush·er.

What is the origin of the word "Usher"?

"Usher" comes from Middle English ussher, from Anglo-French ussier, usscher, from Vulgar Latin *ustiarius doorkeeper, from Latin ostium, ustium door, mouth of a river ostium. First known use: 14th century.