English dictionary

shifter

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a stagehand responsible for moving scenery

noun.person

Synonyms sceneshifter

Source: WordNet 3.0
a mechanical device for engaging and disengaging gears

noun.artifact

Synonyms gear lever gearshift gearstick

Source: WordNet 3.0
One who, or that which, shifts; one who plays tricks or practices artifice; a cozener.

noun

Source: webster1913