laugher
Americannoun
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a person who laughs.
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Informal. a contest or competition in which one person or team easily overwhelms another; easy victory.
Etymology
Origin of laugher
A late Middle English word dating back to 1375–1425; see origin at laugh, -er 1
Example Sentences
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Many expected the game to be a laugher, especially after Colorado State coach Jay Norvell provided motivational and marketing fodder by throwing shade at Deion Sanders for always wearing sunglasses during interviews.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 17, 2023
The Mets were coming off a 9-0 laugher at Arizona.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 8, 2023
The final score looked like a laugher for the Dodgers, who used a two-run home run from J.D.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 31, 2023
No one storms the court following a laugher.
From Washington Post ● Feb. 22, 2023
The little wireless operator dissolved in a fit of gleeful laugher, but still steadfastly held up the umbrella over Maddie’s head.
From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein
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