Neglecter

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A person who neglects, or takes no notice of something

    "Handel resembles Lully somewhat in his reputation for being a lover of the table and a neglecter of womankind."

  2. 2
    a person who is neglectful and gives little attention or respect to people or responsibilities wordnet

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bunglerdodgergoldbrickgoof offidlermalingerer

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"Handel resembles Lully somewhat in his reputation for being a lover of the table and a neglecter of womankind."

Etymology

* from neglect + -er

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