Meaning of the word banger in English

What does banger mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

banger

US /ˈbæŋ.ɚ/
UK /ˈbæŋ.ər/

Noun

1.

(British, informal) a sausage

Example:
We had sausages and mash for dinner, or as some call it, bangers and mash.
The kids love eating bangers with ketchup.
2.

(slang) a very good song or piece of music

Example:
That new track by the band is an absolute banger!
The DJ played a lot of bangers that kept everyone dancing.
3.

(slang) an old, dilapidated car

Example:
My first car was a real banger, but it got me from A to B.
He bought a cheap old banger to get around the city.