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Meaning of hanger

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

hanger

noun

Definitions

  1. One who hangs, or causes to be hanged; a hangman, paper hanger, etc.

  2. A person who attempts suicide by hanging.

  3. That by which a thing is suspended.

  4. A short and broad backsword, worn so to hang at the side, especially popular in the 18th century.

noun

Definitions

  1. A mark (or catch) that typically involves a player jumping up on the back of another player.

    Synonyms:hangerscreamerspeccyspeckiespecky