Meaning & Definition of word "Driver"
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Driver
/ˈdraɪ.vər/
noun:
- 1. A person who operates a vehicle.
- Example: The driver of the bus ensured all passengers were safe before departing.
- 2. A device or software that controls a particular piece of hardware in a computer.
- Example: I need to install the printer driver before I can print documents.
- 3. A person or thing that causes something to operate or function.
- Example: The marketing strategy was a key driver of the company's recent success.
verb:
- 1. To operate a vehicle.
- Example: She learned to drive when she was sixteen.
Etymology
From Middle English 'driven', from Old English 'drīfan' meaning to drive.
Common Phrases and Expressions
designated driver:
A person who abstains from consuming alcohol in order to drive others safely.
driver's seat:
The position of being in control or leading a situation.
drive someone up the wall:
To annoy or irritate someone greatly.
Related Words
drive:
To operate and control the direction and speed of a motor vehicle.
driving:
The act of operating a vehicle.
Slang Meanings of driver
Meaning: Uber driver
Example Sentence: He works as an Uber driver on weekends.
Meaning: Wheelman
Example Sentence: The wheelman was skilled at evading police during the chase.
Meaning: Getaway driver
Example Sentence: He was hired as the getaway driver for the heist.