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Definition of wanker

wanker

/ˈwæŋkə(r)/
wan · ker
Plural:wankers
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• noun

1

British A contemptible, obnoxious, pretentious, or foolish person (used as a general vulgar term of abuse, especially in British, Irish, and Commonwealth slang).

Example

"The driver cut across three lanes of traffic without signaling, prompting several commuters to mutter that he was a complete wanker."

2

British A person who masturbates (vulgar slang).

Example

"The term originated as literal vulgar slang for a wanker before evolving into a generalized insult."

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Word Nuance & Usage

Primarily used in British, Irish, Australian, and New Zealand slang as a vulgar, derogatory insult for a pretentious, obnoxious, or contemptible person.

• Rhymes for wanker

• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Wanker. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/wanker
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