\Keel"er\, n. See 3d Keel.
1.
One employed in managing a Newcastle keel;
2. A small or shallow tub; esp.,
one used for holding materials for calking ships, or
one used for washing dishes, etc.
3. An individual of unsavory character; usually includes the following: pathological dishonesty, malice, disregard for the welfare of others, inability to maintain long-term relationships, psychological dysfunction in relation to environment and self (i.
e. poor hygine).