The word "clanker" is used against electronic devices (usually made to make our everyday life easier) in a derogatory way.
by agrava August 30, 2025

A derogatory, highly offensive slur for a robot. Other variations include “clanka” (used by robots to refer to each other), “clankaz” (plural form of “clanka”), and “clankie”.
If you don’t have at least 50% robot heritage, do not use the term “clanker,” regardless of the variation. It is considered extremely speciesist.
“Clanker” is an extremely offensive slur.
“Clanker” is an extremely offensive slur.
by Agatha Crossley September 14, 2025

Person 1 has a reputation for making AI content and person 2 in the one calling them a clanker. In this scenario, the picture is AI generated.
Person 1: Look at this cool photo!
Person 2: You dirty clanker!
Person 1: Look at this cool photo!
Person 2: You dirty clanker!
by Ak Al Oobja July 10, 2025

Clanker is a derogatory slur used against robots, it is a parody of the N word.
Clanka and Clanker are both used against robots; Clanker is more offensive.
Clanka and Clanker are both used against robots; Clanker is more offensive.
by Ancient God August 3, 2025

This is the term used for a older and rusty droid. The term clanker is commonly used amongst new age droids as a insult to older droids. "Clankers" often contain rusty components that are loud and can make "clanking" or "clunking sounds".
by seththesavagekid July 11, 2025

A new term used by people who aren't happy about the growing presence of robots and artificial intelligence in daily life has emerged.
"Clankers," a term from Star Wars lore used by humans and clones to derogatively refer to robots, the term first appeared in the Star Wars franchise. During the Clone Wars, a conflict between the republic and separatists, the latter used an army of robots called droids. So the word "clanker" became a common derogatory term used by protagonists toward their robotic enemies. While its use began ironically, the growing adoption of automation in almost every facet of life has some people using the term more seriously.
"Clankers," a term from Star Wars lore used by humans and clones to derogatively refer to robots, the term first appeared in the Star Wars franchise. During the Clone Wars, a conflict between the republic and separatists, the latter used an army of robots called droids. So the word "clanker" became a common derogatory term used by protagonists toward their robotic enemies. While its use began ironically, the growing adoption of automation in almost every facet of life has some people using the term more seriously.
by Tersoar's a bitch July 26, 2025

We need Jim Clanker laws, and we need them now! I don't want my kids sharing a classroom with a clanker!
by JohnALiberal October 3, 2025
