noun
- plural of busheller; workers who repair or alter clothing, especially tailors who do piecework or repair jobs
- plural of busheller; in baseball, batters who bunt frequently or rely on bunting as a primary strategy
Usage: chiefly historical or trade-specific; often refers to tailors working on a per-item basis rather than for a fixed wage
Usage: informal; sports jargon
Examples
- The tailor shop employed several skilled bushellers who specialized in quick repairs.
- In the early 20th century, bushellers formed a significant portion of the garment industry workforce.
- The team's bushellers were known for their ability to advance runners with well-placed bunts.
- Bushellers in the clothing trade often worked long hours for modest pay.
- The manager praised his bushellers for their aggressive base-running strategy.