This is a term of derision, commonly used by people of the lower-classes. It refers to the act of self-abuse, or self-stimulation of the sexual organs, by both male and female sexes. It was particularly frowned upon during the Victorian era, when it was thought that the act of self-abuse could lead to blindness or even the madhouse. The person manipulating his or her loins in order to achieve sexual solace would therefore be the ‘wanker’. However, today it is more often used to signify a person is dim-witted or has an unsavoury character.
“That copper was a right wanker! He stopped me for speeding’ in me car and now I’m gettin’ a fine an’ points on me licence!”
by Colonel Barnaby February 10, 2023

A person who spends galacticlly large amounts of time on exceptionally pointless or fruitless activities.
by Bernmeister September 30, 2010

God damn that wanker!
by j5_teh_evil November 16, 2002

by Glenanne August 30, 2007

Wanker: An arrogant or pretentious person. Sometimes this word is used instead of resorting to 'Cunt' or 'Bellend'.
by S86849 July 16, 2014

by Wanker 88 February 21, 2010

by THEONLYONEWITHOUTAGUN April 20, 2021
