noun
wanker
WANG-kuh
Wanker (noun) means (vulgar, British, slang) A contemptible or annoying person; an idiot. Example: “He called the driver a wanker after being cut off.”
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(vulgar, British, slang) A contemptible or annoying person; an idiot.
"He called the driver a wanker after being cut off."
How to use wanker
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA strong British insult for someone regarded as stupid, obnoxious, or self-important.
When to use it
Vulgar and mainly British; not appropriate in polite or professional settings.
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Word forms
- Plural
- wankers
Etymology
Dates to 1890s Britain, from stwanker, itself from stinker; used at Felsted School in Essex.
Synonyms
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Rhymes for wanker
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What does “wanker” mean?
The word “wanker” means (vulgar, British, slang) A contemptible or annoying person; an idiot. In plain terms, a strong British insult for someone regarded as stupid, obnoxious, or self-important.
How do you pronounce “wanker”?
“Wanker” is pronounced WANG-kuh (/ˈwæŋkə/ in IPA).
How do you use “wanker” in a sentence?
Here is “wanker” used in a sentence: “He called the driver a wanker after being cut off.”
What part of speech is “wanker”?
“Wanker” is a noun.
