noun a person who engages in the illegal practice of removing valuable parts from wrecked vehicles or vessels
In military contexts, a wrecker may refer to a vehicle used for recovering damaged or disabled military vehicles.
A wrecker can refer to heavy machinery used to demolish buildings or structures.
Wreckers are often used by emergency services to clear wreckage from roads after accidents.
A wrecker is a type of tow truck used to transport vehicles that are inoperable or have been involved in accidents.
In the maritime industry, a wrecker is a vessel equipped for salvage operations, such as recovering sunken ships or other objects from the seabed.
Informally, 'wrecker' can also be used to describe a person or thing that causes destruction or ruin.
In literature, a wrecker can refer to a character who causes intentional harm or destruction.
In psychology, a wrecker can be used to describe a defense mechanism where a person sabotages their own success or relationships.
In construction, a wrecker is a type of heavy machinery used to demolish buildings or structures.
In towing services, a wrecker is a type of tow truck used to transport disabled or wrecked vehicles.
In maritime operations, a wrecker can refer to a person or company that salvages wrecked ships or cargo from the sea.