Associations to the word «Shirker»

Wiktionary

SHIRKER, noun. One who shirks a duty or responsibility.
SHIRKER, noun. One who is lazy.

Dictionary definition

SHIRKER, noun. A person who shirks his work or duty (especially one who tries to evade military service in wartime).

Wise words

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