a person or machine that fastens things together with tacks, a small sail set forward of the jib on a sailing boat

Formal and Informal Expressions of tacker

In different contexts, you can replace 'tacker' with suitable alternatives. In a more formal setting, 'fastener' is apt. In informal speech or writing, 'stapler' is a commonplace synonym.

tacker: Explore its Definition & Usage

tacker Definition

1a person or machine that fastens things together with tacks
2a small sail set forward of the jib on a sailing boat

Using tacker: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tacker" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

Example
The upholsterer used a tacker to attach the fabric to the chair.
Example
The tacker on the sailboat was in charge of setting and adjusting the tacker sail.

tacker Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for tacker

stapler
nailer
fastener

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Summary: tacker in Brief

A 'tacker' [ˈtækər] is either a person or a machine that fastens things together with tacks, such as an upholsterer's tool. It can also refer to a small sail set forward of the jib on a sailing boat, which is adjusted by the tacker on board.