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Definition of downer

downer

/ˈdaʊnər/
down · er
Plural:downers
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• noun

1

A person, event, or situation that lowers someone's spirits or ruins a positive mood.

Example

"The sudden cancellation of the outdoor concert was a real downer for everyone who had been waiting in line."

2

A depressant or tranquilizing drug, such as a barbiturate, that slows down central nervous system activity.

Example

"The toxicology report indicated that the patient had ingested a dangerous combination of alcohol and prescription downers."

3

North American A farm animal, especially a cow, that is unable to stand or walk on its own due to illness, injury, or exhaustion.

Example

"Federal food safety regulations strictly prohibit the processing of any downer at commercial meatpacking facilities."

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• Rhymes for downer

• Nearby Words

downcast
downcourt
downdraft
downer
downfall
downfield
downflow

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