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piker Definition and Meaning in English (piker definition)

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Piker definition: A piker is a person who is excessively cautious or stingy, especially with money, often avoiding spending or sharing.

Definitions of Piker

  1. 1noun(informal)

    A piker is a person who is excessively cautious or stingy, especially with money, often avoiding spending or sharing.

  2. 2noun(colloquial)

    In some contexts, a piker refers to a person who is a novice or amateur, particularly in gambling, implying they are unwilling to take significant risks.

Example Sentences

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“Don't be such a piker; just buy the good coffee for once.”

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“He's known as a piker because he never tips more than a dollar.”

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“Only a piker would bet so little on a game with such high stakes.”

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