bowler

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Pronunciation 1.2 Etymology 1 1.2.1 Noun 1.2.1.1 Translations 1.3 Etymology 2 1.3.1 Noun 1.3.1.1 Synonyms 1.3.1.2 Translations 1.4 Anagrams

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[edit] Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -əʊlə(r)

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From bowl + -er.

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bowler (plural bowlers)

1. (bowling) One who engages in the sport of bowling.
2. (cricket) The player currently bowling.
3. (cricket) A player selected mainly for his bowling ability.
4. (baseball, slang) An 1800s baseball term meaning the pitcher.

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[edit] Etymology 2

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From the name of the hatmakers Thomas and William Bowler, associated with early production.

[edit] Noun

bowler (plural bowlers)

1. A bowler hat; a round black hat formerly popular among British businessmen.

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• derby (US)

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[edit] Anagrams

• Anagrams of belorw
• blower