knacker

Definition

One who makes knickknacks, toys, etc.

Etymology

From Old Norse hnak (“saddle”) (whence Icelandic hnakkur (“saddle”)).

Example Sentences

• "Near-synonym: toymaker"
• "A Bachanalian dancing the Spanish Morisco, with knackers at his fingers."
• "Plow-wright , Cart-wright, Knacker and Smith"