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Cranker /ˈkræŋkər/ noun

A skilled player of the online video game Fortnite, known for their ability to perform a technique called "cranking 180s", which involves quickly turning 180 degrees to gain a tactical advantage in the game.
Informal A person who is enthusiastic or skilled at playing Fortnite, particularly in performing cranking 180s.
John is a Cranker, he can perform cranking 180s effortlessly and often dominates his opponents in Fortnite matches.
Cranker by Kraitus February 24, 2023
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That guy's having a crank.

That guy is a cranker.

Please stop cranking
Cranker by Eimaj2012 March 11, 2023
A person who is addicted to methamphetamines or crack, high, and aggressively masturbates to porn for unusually long periods.

Has a Meth and Porn addiction.

Comes from: Crack + Wanker = Cranker.
Gerald's not just a meth-head - he's a bloody Cranker! Get's high and jerks off to porn all day - disgusting.
Cranker by Aunty Dot November 18, 2023
My brother is a cranker.
Cranker by amsjdlkajslkdjalks August 16, 2025
A negative word for AI
He/She used a cranker to create this video
Cranker by OnlineGuy95 September 20, 2025

cranker sore 

Did you see the cranker sores on Gary's face?
cranker sore by Cray Z cracker March 20, 2011

Cranker Man 

Wow look at that Cranker Man, I wonder if he sells.
Cranker Man by Coaster Happy February 17, 2012