Workshy

adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Disinclined to work; lazy. British

    "Workshy benefits claimants should stop watching daytime television and get a job."

Example

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"Workshy benefits claimants should stop watching daytime television and get a job."

Etymology

From work + shy.

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