noun ·3 syllables ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A non-unionized worker hired to replace a striking union worker.
2. 2
   someone who works (or provides workers) during a strike wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

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Etymology

From strike + breaker.

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