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yanker

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Yanker (noun) means a person who pulls something suddenly and hard.

noun
1
A person who pulls something suddenly and hard.
2
(informal) A bold, shameless lie.
3
(informal) Someone who plays tricks on people, for example with hoax phone calls.
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Etymology

Formed from yank and -er.

jerker

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What is the meaning of yanker?
"yanker" (noun) means a person who pulls something suddenly and hard.
What is another word for yanker?
Other words for "yanker" include jerker.
What are the different meanings of yanker?
"yanker" has 3 main meanings: 1. A person who pulls something suddenly and hard; 2. (informal) A bold, shameless lie; 3. (informal) Someone who plays tricks on people, for example with hoax phone calls.
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