Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
knacker
noun
/ˈnækə/
Definition
A person who slaughters old animals, especially horses, or a place where this is done.
Examples
- After the horse was injured, the owner decided to take it to the knacker.
- He was completely knackered after the long hike.
Meaning
The term ‘knacker’ refers to someone who deals with animals that are no longer fit for work or use. It can also refer to the act of exhausting someone or something to the point of breakdown.
Synonyms
- Slaughterer
- Abattoir
- Exhaust
- Break down
