Meaning of the word ticker in English

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

ticker

US /ˈtɪk.ɚ/
UK /ˈtɪk.ər/

Noun

1.

a device that prints out information, especially stock prices, on a long strip of paper

Example:
The latest stock prices scrolled across the news ticker.
A stock ticker provides real-time updates on market activity.
2.

a person's heart (used informally)

Example:
My old ticker isn't what it used to be.
He felt a flutter in his ticker when he saw her.