knacker

  1. Noun.  One who makes knickknacks, toys, etc.
  2. Noun.  One of two or more pieces of bone or wood held loosely between the fingers, and struck together by moving the hand; -- called also clapper.
  3. Noun.  a harness maker.
  4. Noun.  One who slaughters and (especially) renders worn-out livestock (especially horses) and sells their flesh, bones and hides.
  5. Noun.  One who dismantles old ships, houses etc. and sells their components.
  6. Noun.  (Ireland, British) A member of the Travelling Community; gypsies.
  7. Noun.  (Ireland, offensive) A 'chav', 'skanger' or 'scobe', i.e. member of a lower social class.
  8. Verb.  To tire out, become exhausted.

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