Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wanker
noun
/ˈwæŋ.kər/
Definition
A vulgar slang term primarily used in British English to refer to someone considered foolish or contemptible.
Examples
- He’s such a wanker for not showing up on time.
- Don’t be a wanker; help your friends when they need you.
Meaning
The term can imply that a person is inept or annoying, and it can also refer directly to self-pleasure, depending on the context.
Synonyms
- fool
- idiot
- jerk
- loser
