Boston word
clicker
A remote control, especially for a television.
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Meaning
In Boston and parts of New England, clicker is a familiar word for a television remote control.
Pronunciation and grammar
Pronunciation: /ˈklɪkər/
Part of speech: noun
How it is used
It is most natural in casual household conversation.
Register: Informal New England English.
Examples in context
- Where did you put the clicker?Where did you put the remote control?
- Pass me the clicker so I can change the channel.Pass me the remote so I can change the channel.
Important context
Clicker has other meanings, including a handheld counter and an animal-training device.