Meaning & Definition of word "Tacker"

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    Tacker

    /ˈtækər/

    noun:

    • 1. A mechanical device or appliance used for fastening material together, particularly in construction or crafts.
      • Example: The tacker was essential for securing the insulation to the wooden beams.
    • 2. A person who uses a tacker or fastening device in a specific trade, such as upholstery or construction.
      • Example: As a skilled tacker, she could easily handle the complex fabric layers in her upholstery work.

    Etymology

    Derived from the word 'tack', which refers to a small nail or staple.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    tack something down:

    To secure something firmly in place with tacks or similar fasteners.

    get your tack in order:

    To prepare or organize things properly.

    tack on:

    To add something to the end of a list or speech.

    Related Words

    tack:

    A small nail with a flat head used for fastening things together.

    stapler:

    A device used for fastening papers together with metal clips.

    Slang Meanings of tacker

    Meaning: A casual term for someone who is overly persistent or annoying.

    Example Sentence: Stop being such a tacker and just let it go already!

    Meaning: Someone who is overly fixated on details.

    Example Sentence: He is a real tacker when it comes to planning events.