Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

delayer

noun
/dɪˈleɪər/
Definition
A delayer is a person or thing that causes a delay in a process or event.
Examples
  • The delayer of the project was the unexpected weather conditions.
  • She acted as a delayer by postponing the meeting.
  • Traffic jams can often serve as a delayer for delivery services.
Meaning
The term refers to an entity that interrupts the expected timeline of an action, resulting in a slower progression or halt.
Synonyms
  • Procrastinator
  • Hindrance
  • Obstruction