Packer
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpækɚ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Packer is a noun meaning A person whose business is to pack things; especially, one who packs food for preservation.
Meaning
A person whose business is to pack things; especially, one who packs food for preservation.
More Meanings
- (computing) A software program that compresses code or data.
- (US) A ring of packing or a special device to render gastight and watertight the space between the tubing and bore of an oil well.
- (LGBTQ) An artificial penis or similar object worn by a drag king, trans man, etc., inside the trousers.
- (New Zealand) An object inserted to hold a space open for the purpose of alignment; a spacer or shim.
- (Australia) A packhorse.
- (Nigeria) A dustpan.
- (dated) A kind of trunk for luggage.
Example Sentences
a household goods packer
He works as a pork packer.
When his back problems kept him from lifting furniture, his skill as a packer kept him employed.
Many times, the malware authors will use packers and even encryption tools to disguise their software […]
Word Forms
- packers
Synonyms for packer
Depending on context, synonyms include boxer.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include boxer, packager, porter, lining, garnish, bearer.
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