shanker in a sentence
n.
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Definition
A shanker is a makeshift knife or sharp weapon, often created from everyday materials, used typically in prison settings.
Sample Sentences
- The prisoner was caught attempting to use a shanker made from a toothbrush.
- He fashioned a shanker out of metal scraps, which he hid under his bed.
- During the inspection, the guards discovered a shanker concealed in the inmate's clothing.
- In the gritty novel, the protagonist armed himself with a shanker for protection.
- The documentary showcased the dangers of shankers in the correctional system.