Obs. [f. LACK v.1 + -ER1.] One who lacks. a. One who blames or disparages. b. One who is missing or wanting.
1496. Dives & Paup. (W. de W.), V. iv. 200/2. Comonly grete praysers be grete lackers.
a. 1618. J. Davies (Heref.), Wits Pilgr., etc. (Grosart), 24/1. The lack of one may cause the wrack of al: Although the lackers were terrestrial gods Yet wil theyr ruling reel, or reeling fall.
