Definitions

1. noun

A dog of a breed developed from a cattle dog, especially one that herds by nipping at the heels.

“The heeler was an essential part of the cattle ranchers’ operations in the Wild West.”

2. noun

A person who herds by nipping at others’ heels, especially in a playful or aggressive manner.

“The heeler in the office meeting kept interrupting and nipping at others’ ideas.”

3. proper noun

Heeler is also the surname of several individuals, including Chuck Heeler, an American football player.

“Chuck Heeler was a key player in the 1970s football league.”