Crasher

/ˈkræʃər/ noun

Definition

A person who shows up at a party or event without being invited.

Etymology

From 'crash' (to intrude) + '-er' (one who does). The slang emerged in the early 1900s from the idea of 'crashing' through barriers.

Kelly Says

Calling someone a 'crasher' is like saying they 'crashed' into the party—the word perfectly captures both the sudden arrival and the social disruption.

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