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Definition of mosher

mosher

/ˈmɑːʃ.ɚ/
mosh · er

Plural:moshers
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1

A person who engages in moshing, an energetic and physically aggressive style of dancing at punk or heavy metal concerts.

Example

"A group of enthusiastic moshers cleared a circle near the front of the stage as the band began its fastest song."


2

British A fan of heavy metal, punk, or alternative rock music and its associated subculture, characterized by wearing dark, baggy clothing.

Example

"In the early 2000s, groups of teen moshers could often be seen hanging out around the city center on Saturday afternoons."

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180019102020

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