= appealer, n. (in various senses).

figurative. A tenacious, eager, or energetic person or animal; a person reminiscent of a terrier in character or appearance.

One who acts vigorously or forcibly; a vigorous performer; a powerful fellow. Obsolete.

A vague term of reproach, contempt, or the like, with various shades of meaning. A lively, smart, reckless, violent, or mischievous person. Obsolete…

A zealous or fervent man. Cf. fire, n. 13d. Obsolete.

As an affectionate form of address (chiefly used by or to a sailor), esp. in phrase my (also me) hearty. Cf heart, n. 22.

a vigorous person or thing (cf. thumper, n., whopper, n.).

A spirited, mettlesome, or courageous person; a smart or lively fellow.

One who acts with vigour or energy, or who advocates vigorous action.

Scottish and dialect. A spark, in various senses. Scottish and northern. Applied to persons (see quots.).

colloquial (originally and chiefly British). A person who shows spirit, enthusiasm, enterprise, or perseverance; (in later use frequently) a…

A person who performs an action, task, etc., in an energetic manner. English regional (Suffolk). Obsolete.

figurative. A person who or thing which is energetic, uncompromising, or direct, esp. in providing unpalatable facts or strong criticism. Cf. hard-h…

In phrase blue hen's chicken (also chick). A formidable fighter; a feisty, spirited, or quick-tempered person. Usually in plural.

(a) a keyless watch; (b) a geared logging locomotive (Webster, 1911); (c) slang a person or thing that is first-rate; also, an enterprising or…

figurative. A person or thing that exhibits or provides vitality and strength; a significant active factor or element.

colloquial (originally U.S.). A person who is full of energy or enthusiasm; an exceptionally lively or talented person.

One who or that which touses. A rough or energetic person. dialect.

figurative. A source of energy or inspiration; a strong or powerful person or group of people.

Something or someone with energy or ‘pep’. Cf. jazz, n. 1. rare.