ghoster

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Sense 1

Meaning · English

A ghosthunter; a paranormal investigator.

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

Ghosters in hopes of catching proof of the paranormal came out of hiding. They emerged from behind headstones, crawled out of bushes, and peered around large trees.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

One who ghosts or ignores another person.

Register: slang

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “ghoster” mean?

A ghosthunter; a paranormal investigator.

Is “ghoster” formal or informal?

ghoster is generally slang.