Lister Definition & Meaning

lister
noun
  1. English surgeon who was the first to use antiseptics (1827-1912)
  2. assessor who makes out the tax lists
  3. moldboard plow with a double moldboard designed to move dirt to either side of a central furrow

"Lister" in song lyrics

See how lister is used in real songs:

  • "trucks for sale on ebay turbo lister"
    AOL — AOL
  • "alton lister"
    AOL — AOL
  • "free auction lister"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "lister"

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