Tuckers Meaning in English
word · lemma: tucker
Definition
'Tuckers' is an informal word. As a plural noun, used in Australian English, it means food. As a verb (third person singular or present), it means to make someone very tired or exhausted.
Usage & Nuances
Chiefly Australian informal for 'food' (e.g. 'good tuckers'). As a verb, used in informal English meaning 'tires out' or 'exhausts' ('He tuckers out easily'). Avoid in formal settings. Plural noun use is rare and sounds regional, mainly in Australia. As a verb, more common in phrases like 'tuckers out'.
Example Sentences
We had some delicious tuckers at the campsite.
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All that running really tuckers me out.
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Grandma always brings homemade tuckers to our picnics.
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A long day in the sun really tuckers out the kids.
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Bring some good tuckers if you’re joining the road trip!
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He works long hours, so his job really tuckers him out.
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