wrecker

noun

wreck·​er ˈre-kər 

1

a

: one that searches for or works on the wrecks of ships (as for rescue or for plunder)

b

: tow truck

2

: one that wrecks

especially : one whose work is the demolition of buildings

Examples of wrecker in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

First responders needed a wrecker to move the car and get Jones out, Judd said. —Olivia Lloyd, Miami Herald, 13 May 2025

Graham is that good, a game wrecker on the interior of the defensive line who offers a special blend of quickness, strength and intelligence. —Sean Hammond, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2025

State police asked motorists to avoid the area as crews worked to use a wrecker to remove the tractor-trailer. —Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 23 Apr. 2025

Robert has the ability to be a game wrecker in the outfield, on the bases, and in the batter's box. —Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1693, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing wrecker

• home-wrecker

Rhymes for wrecker

• checker
• chequer
• decker
• exchequer
• woodpecker

Kids Definition

wrecker

noun

wreck·​er ˈrek-ər 

1

a

: one that searches for or works on the wrecks of ships

b

: tow truck

2

: one that wrecks