faller

noun

fall·​er ˈfȯ-lər How to pronounce faller (audio)
1
: a machine part that acts by falling
2
: a logger who fells trees

Examples of faller in a Sentence

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Forego the classics that audiences feel protective towards, and target the short-fallers that are best remembered for their title. — David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 14 Nov. 2025 Here’s a look at some more risers and fallers from Denver’s 33-32 comeback win over the Giants. — Luca Evans, Denver Post, 20 Oct. 2025 But the big fallers behind were the No 50 Ferrari, with Antonio Fuoco at the wheel, and both Toyota Hypercars. — Alex Kalinauckas, New York Times, 11 June 2026 Fantasy Basketball Risers Ryan Rollins, G, Milwaukee Bucks Last week, Rollins was in the fallers section of this column. — Mike Barner, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for faller

Word History

First Known Use

1523, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of faller was in 1523

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“Faller.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/faller. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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