noun
- plural of forcer; people or things that force or compel something
- in horticulture, devices or methods used to force the growth or blooming of plants ahead of their natural season
Usage: commonly used in sports and competitive contexts
Usage: technical/specialized
Examples
- The team's forcers on defense made it difficult for the opposing offense to advance.
- Tennis players who are aggressive forcers often dominate the net.
- Gardeners use forcers to bring spring flowers into bloom during winter.
- The forcers in the greenhouse maintained warm temperatures to accelerate plant growth.
- Some forcers in the game strategy pushed the pace of play.