Driver Definition & Meaning

driver
noun
  1. the operator of a motor vehicle
  2. someone who drives animals that pull a vehicle
  3. a golfer who hits the golf ball with a driver
  4. (computer science) a program that determines how a computer will communicate with a peripheral device
  5. a golf club (a wood) with a near vertical face that is used for hitting long shots from the tee

"Driver" in song lyrics

See how driver is used in real songs:

  • "Now to shoot a ringer back with six legs wider than the driver"
    Aesop Rock — No City
  • "'Tis the season to suck a drunk driver"
    Afroman — Deck My Balls
  • "Man the four, one, and the five-a, man I'm a fast driver"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) & Equipto — Purrfect Storm

Usage tips for "driver"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "driver" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for driver to find words that pair well.

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