tucker
5 synonyms for tucker, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — (informal) To wear someone out; usually used as "tucker out."
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
wear out
knacker
How to use tucker
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
tuckered out
bush tucker
Both senses are informal; "tucker" for food is distinctly Australian slang.
Etymology
From tuck + -er. The Australian sense meaning "food" likely developed from the idea of "tucking in" to a meal.
Full origin of tucker →Frequently asked questions
What does “tucker” mean?
The word “tucker” means (informal) To wear someone out; usually used as "tucker out.". In plain terms, to tire someone out, or (mainly in Australian English) a casual word for food.
How do you pronounce “tucker”?
“Tucker” is pronounced TUH-kuh (/ˈtʌkɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “tucker” in a sentence?
Here is “tucker” used in a sentence: “A long walk on the beach really tuckers the dog out.”
What part of speech is “tucker”?
Depending on how it is used, “tucker” can be a verb and a noun.
Is “tucker” a common word?
“Tucker” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “tucker” have?
“Tucker” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: (informal) To wear someone out; usually used as "tucker out.".
What does it mean when someone says a walk "tuckered them out"?
It means the walk left them worn out or exhausted. "Tucker out" is the standard way this informal verb is used, almost always paired with "out."
Is "tucker" used the same way in Australia as elsewhere?
No. In Australian informal usage, "tucker" is a noun meaning food, as in "bush tucker." Outside Australia, "tucker" is more commonly the informal verb meaning to tire someone out.
Is "tucker" appropriate in formal writing?
No, both senses of "tucker" are informal and better suited to casual speech or writing than formal documents. Use "exhaust" or "tire out" for the verb sense, and "food" for the noun sense, in formal contexts.
