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acker

/ ˈækə /

noun

  1. informal.
    a variant spelling of acca
  2. slang.
    a pimple


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Word History and Origins

Origin of acker1

for sense 2, a shortened form of acne

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Example Sentences

“If it was, then for the same reasons, such a joint discussion would not likely be appropriate,” Acker said.

Immediately afterwards, Kathy Acker died of breast cancer, then Allen Ginsberg went, and then William Burroughs.

Back then Acker Merrall was one of the few wine stores that carried all the great domains.

Acker's signals were its code, and words of wisdom in the form of club rules had been duly got out and printed.

In the Engadine, in reply to the question what the flat strips between the linches were called, the driver answered, 'acker.'

I think the name of Francis Steinernherz von Blut-acker will suit nobility, being fairly and legally won, as well as another.

The same year, Finley Acker, of Philadelphia, brought out an improved coffee pot for family trade.

And Jimmy 'Acker's granny she come out, and 'Leave the child alone' she says.

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