Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mosher

noun
/ˈmɒʃər/
Definition
A person who participates in moshing, a style of dance characterized by vigorous movement and physical contact, often seen at heavy metal or punk rock concerts.
Examples
  • At the concert, the crowd turned into a frenzy of moshers, all bouncing off each other to the beat of the music.
  • She was a mosher, dancing wildly in the front row of the heavy metal show.
  • Moshers often wear protective gear to avoid injuries during intense performances.
Meaning
Mosher refers to someone who enjoys and engages in moshing, which is a form of energetic, sometimes chaotic dancing that often occurs in a mosh pit during live music performances.
Synonyms
  • Rocker
  • Dancer
  • Headbanger