Wrecker Definition & Meaning

wrecker
noun
  1. someone who demolishes or dismantles buildings as a job
  2. someone who commits sabotage or deliberately causes wrecks
  3. a truck equipped to hoist and pull wrecked cars (or to remove cars from no-parking zones)

"Wrecker" in song lyrics

See how wrecker is used in real songs:

  • "Record wrecks sets, Def Jam a true wrecker"
    3rd Bass — Sons of 3rd Bass
  • "I'm a gun slinger - consider me a home wrecker"
    B.G. — Gun Slinger
  • "-gun slinger - consider me a home wrecker"
    B.G. — Gun Slinger

Usage tips for "wrecker"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "wrecker" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for wrecker to find words that pair well.

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