Meaning of the word crusher in English

What does crusher mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

crusher

US /ˈkrʌʃər/
UK /ˈkrʌʃər/

Noun

1.

a machine or device for crushing rock, ore, or other materials

Example:
The mining company uses a large rock crusher to process raw materials.
A can crusher helps to reduce the volume of waste.
2.

a person or thing that crushes or defeats something or someone completely

Example:
The team was a real crusher, winning every game by a huge margin.
That final exam was a real spirit crusher.