schnapper

/ˈsnaʊpər/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of Australian fish, particularly a small species of trevally.

“The fisherman caught a schnapper off the coast of Western Australia.”

2. noun

A type of Australian slang for a person who drinks quickly, often to excess.

“The schnapper at the party was passed out on the couch after drinking all night.”

Synonyms

  • drunkard
  • fisherman

Antonyms

  • moderate
  • teetotaler