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Shirker

Definition:

A shirker refers to a person who avoids or neglects their responsibilities or duties, especially by pretending to be ill, incapacitated, or inactive.

Senses:

1. Noun: A person who avoids work or duty.
2. Verb: To avoid or neglect work or duty.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

1. John was labeled as a shirker at the office due to his constant absence and lack of contribution.
2. The teacher caught the shirker pretending to be sick yet again.

Verb:

1. She shirked her responsibilities at work and the tasks were left unfinished.
2. He chose to shirk his duty and went out with his friends instead.

Usage:

Popular: The term shirker is often used in the context of individuals avoiding work or responsibilities, especially in professional and educational settings.

Local: In some cultural or local contexts, the term shirker may be used to refer to specific social or political situations where people evade their obligations.

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