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Shirker

Pronunciation varies by accent · noun

Meaning

One who shirks a duty or responsibility..

Definitions by Sense

  1. One who shirks a duty or responsibility.
  2. One who is lazy.

Example Sentences

the shirkers in the family complain when she gets them chopping up wood for a few hours in the woodshed

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Antonyms for shirker

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does shirker mean?

Shirker means One who shirks a duty or responsibility..

What is a synonym for shirker?

Common synonyms include goldbrick, slacker, derelict.

What is the opposite of shirker?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use shirker in a sentence?

the shirkers in the family complain when she gets them chopping up wood for a few hours in the woodshed

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