slacker

noun

ˈsla-kər How to pronounce slacker (audio)
Definition of slackernext
1
as in shirker
one who deliberately avoids work or duty there will be no slackers tolerated in this group—anyone who doesn't do their share will get booted out

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2
as in bum
an idle worthless person views the under-30 generation as a bunch of slackers

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Recent Examples of slacker In the film, Lola belongs to Oli, a slacker and small-time drug dealer played by Jay Lycurgo, who is inspired to change his ways after adopting her — their relationship described by more than one reviewer as one of the most heartwarming in any film at this year’s festival. — Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2026 Plus, the slacker peaches finally get to work. — Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 11 May 2026 Nah, that’s a group that figures to change over time once the Guardians weed out the slackers and add Daniel Espino, Andrew Walters and Franco Aleman to the mix. — Zack Meisel, New York Times, 24 Apr. 2026 Mattress slackers do have an excuse, however, since some of the newer mattress-in-a-box brands aren't designed to flip. — Alora Bopray, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for slacker
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  1. lingerer
  2. bum
  3. hobo
Noun
  • Nakamura designs for lingerers.
    — Justin Davidson, Curbed, 1 Apr. 2026
Definition of lingerer
Noun
  • In terms of consistency, there really is no bum track on this album.
    — David Harris, SPIN, 21 July 2026
  • The Coliseum stayed in business for 500 years, bums in seats twice a week, watching people hack each other to death.
    — David Frum, The Atlantic, 8 July 2026
Definition of bum
Noun
  • Most bestsellers, including the Cyme tote and Numéro Neuf, sit between 340 and 590 euros, with the new Shuldo hobo at 640 euros.
    — Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 31 July 2026
  • Chanel walked several burgundy options down the runway, from their flap bag to a chic hobo bag.
    — Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 31 July 2026
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