Meaning & Definition of Tacker in English
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Tacker
Pronunciation:
/ˈtækər/Part of Speech:
nounPlural:
tackersMeaning and Definition of Tacker
1. Primary Definition
A tool used for driving tacks or staples.
2. Detailed Definitions
Definition: A tool or device used for fastening materials together, typically by driving tacks.
Example Sentence: He used a tacker to secure the fabric to the wooden frame.
Definition: A person who tacks, especially in a commercial or labor-related context.
Example Sentence: The tacker finished the job quickly, ensuring all pieces were properly secured.
Etymology
Origin: Derived from the word 'tack', which refers to a small nail or staple.
Synonyms
stapler | fastener | tack driver
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.
Translations
- Spanish: grampadora
- French: agrafeuse
- German: Heftgerät
- Russian: скобозабиватель
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.