whacker

/ˈhwækər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who hits or strikes something, especially with a stick or a bat.

“The whacker used a large bat to knock down the fence.”

2. noun

A person who drives a golf ball significantly far, especially with a powerful swing.

“The whacker of the golf tournament won the award for the longest drive.”

3. noun

A person who is very good at something, especially a sport, and often considered a master.

“The whacker of the piano was invited to perform at the concert.”

4. verb

To hit or strike something, especially with a stick or a bat.

“The crowd watched as he whacked the ball out of the field.”

5. verb

To hit or drive something with great force, especially in a sport.

“The batter tried to whack the ball out of the stadium.”

Synonyms

  • hitter
  • striker
  • thwacker

Antonyms

  • dodger
  • ducker