noun
crapper
KRA-p
Crapper (noun) means a toilet (slang). Example: “He's stuck in the crapper, he'll be out in a minute.”
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A toilet (slang).
"He's stuck in the crapper, he'll be out in a minute."
How to use crapper
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSlang for a toilet or bathroom.
When to use it
Vulgar slang — avoid in polite or formal contexts.
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Word forms
- Plural
- crappers
Etymology
From crap plus -er; popularly linked to plumber Thomas Crapper, though the slang word predates and is only coincidentally similar to his name.
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Rhymes for crapper
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What does “crapper” mean?
The word “crapper” means a toilet (slang). In plain terms, slang for a toilet or bathroom.
How do you pronounce “crapper”?
“Crapper” is pronounced KRA-p (/ˈkɹæ.pɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “crapper” in a sentence?
Here is “crapper” used in a sentence: “He's stuck in the crapper, he'll be out in a minute.”
What is another word for “crapper”?
Words with a similar meaning to “crapper” include toilet and and Thesaurus:bathroom.
What part of speech is “crapper”?
“Crapper” is a noun.
