stinker meaning and definition

STINKER noun

Definition of stinker (noun)

1. a person who is deemed to be despicable or contemptible
   • "only a rotter would do that"; "kill the rat"; "throw the bum out"; "you cowardly little pukes!"; "the British call a contemptible person a `git'"
   • synonyms: bum, crumb, dirty dog, git, lowlife, puke, rat, rotter, scum bag, skunk, so-and-so, stinkpot
2. anything that gives off an offensive odor (especially a cheap cigar)
3. an artifact (especially an automobile) that is defective or unsatisfactory
   • synonyms: lemon