Slang-whanger
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Slang-whanger is a noun meaning (dated, colloquial) One who uses abusive slang; a ranting partisan.
Meaning
(dated, colloquial) One who uses abusive slang; a ranting partisan.
More Meanings
- (rare) One who verbally attacks others; normally a politician or editor.
Example Sentences
If, in addition to our own amusements, we have, as we jogged carelessly laughing along, brushed away one tear of dejection and called forth a smile in its place — if we have brightened the pale countenance of a single child of sorrow — we shall feel almost as much joy and rejoicing as a slang-whanger does when he bathes his pen in the heart's blood of a patron and benefactor; or sacrifices an illustrious victim on the altar of party animosity.
Word Forms
- slang-whangers
- slangwhanger
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include slangwhanger, slangist, whinger, slanger, slangster, windbag.
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