bowler

UK: ˈbəʊlə | US: ˈboʊlər

Definition

  1. n. a player who bowls in cricket or other ball games

  2. n. a type of hard felt hat with a rounded crown (also called "bowler hat")

Structure
bowl <to roll a ball>er <agent noun suffix>
Etymology

The word "bowler" derives from the verb "bowl," meaning to roll or deliver a ball in games like cricket, combined with the agent suffix "-er," indicating a person who performs the action. The term later extended to the iconic "bowler hat," named after its creators or popularizers in the 19th century. The hat's sturdy design made it practical for outdoor activities, including bowling (a sport), though this connection is debated.

Examples

  1. The bowler delivered a perfect yorker in the cricket match.

  2. He tipped his bowler hat politely as he passed by.

  3. She collects vintage bowler hats from the 1920s.

  4. The team’s star bowler took five wickets in the game.

  5. A classic bowler adds a touch of elegance to formal attire.