Meaning of the word pusher in English

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

pusher

US /ˈpʊʃ.ɚ/
UK /ˈpʊʃ.ər/

Noun

1.

a person who sells illegal drugs

Example:
The police arrested a known drug pusher in the city center.
He was caught trying to be a small-time pusher.
2.

a person who tries to persuade people to buy something or to accept an idea

Example:
He's a real idea pusher, always trying to get us to adopt his new concepts.
She's a relentless pusher for healthy eating habits.