Shocker
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈʃɑkɚ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Shocker is a noun meaning (colloquial) One who or that which shocks or startles.
Meaning
(colloquial) One who or that which shocks or startles.
More Meanings
- A device for giving electric shocks.
- (colloquial) Something done very badly.
- (agriculture, rare) Synonym of stooker.
- (slang, vulgar, colloquial) An offensive hand gesture suggesting two in the pink, one in the stink.
Example Sentences
The election results were a real shocker.
My performance today was an absolute shocker, I just wasn't feeling it.
Olimar: 'This shocker was one of several weapons wielded by the nightmarish titan dweevil. It allowed the creature to smite Pikmin with zaps of lightning!'
Recently, the family decided that some obedience training would be of great value. The cost of doggie school being what it is, my daughter opted to purchase a shocker collar instead.
Word Forms
- shockers
Synonyms for shocker
Depending on context, synonyms include stooker.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include shocking, shock, shockingly, offensive, clash, impact.
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