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Definition of ambusher

ambusher

/ˈæmˌbʊʃ.ɚ/
am · bush · er
Plural:ambushers
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ambusher Lexical Profile

ambusher Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A person or animal that lies in wait in a concealed position to launch a surprise attack or sudden confrontation.

Example

"In nature documentaries, the praying mantis is frequently highlighted as a patient and effective ambusher of unsuspecting insects."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the verb 'ambush' plus the agent suffix '-er'. 'Ambush' entered Middle English via Old French 'embuschier', meaning 'to place in a wood', ultimately derived from Late Latin 'imboscare' (from 'in-' and 'boscus', meaning 'wood' or 'bushes').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Ambusher. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/ambusher
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