Druthers
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈdɹʌðɚz/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Druthers is a noun meaning (US, informal, often humorous) Wishes, preferences.
Meaning
(US, informal, often humorous) Wishes, preferences.
Example Sentences
If I had my "druthers," I'd screw a chimpanzee. Call it, pointless.
"If I had my druthers, I would not be a king. I'd druther be just what I am than any other thing."
"If you had your druthers—" Old Lew was always saying, "If I had my druthers, gimme one of them there Shevrolics."
"If I had my druthers," he informs us, "I'druther be myself — not because I'm anythin' special, just because it's convenient."
Synonyms for druthers
Depending on context, synonyms include preference.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include preference, drith, douth, druft, dray, dithers.
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