dangler

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Meaning · English

Any body part that dangles, such as the penis, testicles, uvula, and sometimes tongue.

Register: slang

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

Why do I have to feed her? Why do I have to look after her? I'm a girl. Ort doesn't have to 'cause he's a boy, 'cause he's got a dangler and I haven't.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “dangler” mean?

Any body part that dangles, such as the penis, testicles, uvula, and sometimes tongue.

Is “dangler” formal or informal?

dangler is generally slang.