ticker
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tick·er

noun \ˈti-kər\

Definition of TICKER

: something that ticks or produces a ticking sound: as
a : watch
b (1) : a telegraphic receiving instrument that automatically prints off information (as stock quotations or news) on a paper ribbon
(2) : a graphic on which information is scrolled across the top or bottom of a television or computer screen
c slang : heart

Examples of TICKER

  1. The news came over the ticker.
  2. Exercise is good for your ticker.

First Known Use of TICKER

1821

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