Meaning of the word stinker in English

What does stinker mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

stinker

US /ˈstɪŋ.kɚ/
UK /ˈstɪŋ.kər/

Noun

1.

a person or thing that smells very bad

Example:
That cheese is a real stinker!
The garbage can was a stinker after a week in the sun.
2.

(informal) a difficult or unpleasant person or thing

Example:
The exam was a real stinker, I don't think I passed.
He's a little stinker, always playing pranks.