Yanker
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈjæ̞ŋkə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Yanker is a noun meaning Someone who yanks, or gives a sudden hard pull.
Meaning
Someone who yanks, or gives a sudden hard pull.
More Meanings
- (Scotland) A brazen lie
- Someone who pranks someone, who yanks chains, such as with crank calls.
Example Sentences
He's a yanker of braids, a tousler of bangs […]
"Ay, billy, that is a yanker !" said Tam aside : " When ane is gaun to tell a lie, there's naething like telling a plumper at aince, and being done wi't
Word Forms
- yankers
Synonyms for yanker
Depending on context, synonyms include puller.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include yank, jerker, nabber, yacker, underpuller, twanger.
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