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shifter

noun shift·er \ˈshif-tər\

Definition of SHIFTER

:  one that shifts; especially :  gearshift
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First Known Use of SHIFTER

1920

Rhymes with SHIFTER

drifter, grifter, lifter, sifter, snifter

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5 ENTRIES FOUND:
  1. shifter
  2. shifter fork
  3. belt shifter
  4. shape-shifter
  5. swing shifter
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