Definition of "hanger" in English

noun

1. One who hangs, or causes to be hanged; a hangman, paper hanger, etc.

2. A person who attempts suicide by hanging.

3. That by which a thing is suspended.

4. (now historical) A short and broad backsword, worn so to hang at the side, especially popular in the 18th century.

5. (UK) A steep, wooded slope.

6. (baseball, slang) A hanging pitch; a pitch (typically a breaking ball or slider) that is poorly executed, hence easy to hit.

7. (Australian rules football, informal) Synonym of spectacular mark.

8. (climbing) A device secured by a bolt and used to attach a carabiner.

noun

1. (slang) Hunger and anger, especially when the anger is induced by the hunger.