swagger meaning and definition

SWAGGER noun

Definition of swagger (noun)

1. an itinerant Australian laborer who carries his personal belongings in a bundle as he travels around in search of work
   • synonyms: swaggie, swagman
2. a proud stiff pompous gait
   • synonyms: prance, strut

SWAGGER verb

Definition of swagger (verb)

1. to walk with a lofty proud gait, often in an attempt to impress others
   • "He struts around like a rooster in a hen house"
   • synonyms: cock, prance, ruffle, sashay, strut, tittup
2. discourage or frighten with threats or a domineering manner; intimidate
   • synonyms: browbeat, bully
3. act in an arrogant, overly self-assured, or conceited manner
   • synonyms: bluster, swash

SWAGGER adjective

Definition of swagger (adjective)

1. (British informal) very chic
   • "groovy clothes"
   • synonyms: groovy