English Dictionary

Definition of “on the knocker”

on the knocker

Definitions

  1. (Australian & New Zealand, informal) promptly; at once ⇒ you pay on the knocker here

Example Sentences Including 'on the knocker'

"They wouldn't turn out last year, and they wouldn't go on the knocker at the local and European elections.
Belfast Telegraph (2004)
Arthur Ford was a tiny, wry little man who appeared silently behind his front door as Coffin banged on the knocker.
Butler, Gwendoline Coffin in Fashion
I decided that a gentle rap on the knocker would be appropriate for the house of mourning.
Secombe, Fred Goodbye Curate

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