shirker

noun

Definition of shirkernext
as in lingerer
one who deliberately avoids work or duty even before we weighed anchor, the captain forcefully served notice that there would be no shirkers on his ship

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  1. slacker
  2. drone
  3. slug
Noun
  • The documentary explores the band’s creation from their first EP Slay Tracks through to becoming slacker heroes signed to Matador Records before breaking up and reuniting on more than one occasion.
    Peter White, Deadline, 18 Nov. 2024
  • For Cera, the move reunites him with the filmmaker behind one of his beloved roles, that of romantic slacker Scott Pilgrim from 2010’s Scott Pilgrim vs. The World.
    Borys Kit, The Hollywood Reporter, 25 Oct. 2024
Definition of slacker
Noun
  • The Russian Defense Ministry, meanwhile, reported downing 27 Ukrainian drones over four Russian regions, as well as occupied Crimea.
    David Brennan, ABC News, 28 Nov. 2024
  • World & Nation Israel and Lebanon agree to cease-fire Nov. 26, 2024 An Associated Press reporter in northern Israel near the border heard Israeli drones buzzing overhead and the sound of artillery strikes from the Lebanese side.
    Kareem Chehayeb and Julia Frankel, Los Angeles Times, 28 Nov. 2024
Definition of drone
Noun
  • Keeping Away Pests The alluring smell of a fresh cup of joe does not have the same effect on insects and pests like snails and slugs.
    Joey Skladany, Southern Living, 25 Nov. 2024
  • Brown has few other options to upgrade a lineup searching for slug.
    Chandler Rome, The Athletic, 5 Aug. 2024
Definition of slug
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