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coker

1 American  
[koh-ker] / ˈkoʊ kər /

noun

  1. Often cokers. an inhabitant of the mountains of the coal-mining regions of West Virginia and Pennsylvania.

coker 2 American  
[koh-ker] / ˈkoʊ kər /

noun

Slang: Disparaging and Offensive.

  1. cokehead.

Etymology

Origin of coker1

First recorded in 1785–95; coke 1 + -er 1

Origin of coker2

An Americanism dating back to 1975–80; coke 2 + -er 1

Example Sentences

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And at a time where minimalism has become one of fashion's biggest trends, Tolu Coker and Annie's shows will have delighted those who prefer their clothes to make more of a statement.

From BBC

Tolu Coker, a former NewGen funding recipient, opened LFW on Thursday with a very important front row guest in the form of King Charles III.

From BBC

The catwalk was soundtracked by Little Simz, who also performed in one of Coker's vibrant designs.

From BBC

Tolu Coker, a British-Nigerian designer who launched her brand in 2018, will also show on Thursday her elegant, mainly-unisex designs inspired by diverse identities.

From Barron's

Designers like Simone Rocha, Tolu Coker and Roksanda have become fashion week mainstays after making their debut on the NewGen catwalk.

From Barron's

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