British Mle
wasteman
What does wasteman mean?
A useless, unreliable or disappointing person — someone who consistently lets others down.
"He said he'd help move the sofa and never showed. Absolute wasteman."
Origin
MLE compound term, "waste" + "man", for someone considered worthless in a given moment.
Frequently asked questions
What does "wasteman" mean?
A useless, unreliable or disappointing person — someone who consistently lets others down.
How do you use "wasteman" in a sentence?
For example: "He said he'd help move the sofa and never showed. Absolute wasteman."
Where does "wasteman" come from?
MLE compound term, "waste" + "man", for someone considered worthless in a given moment.
Is "wasteman" British slang?
Yes — "wasteman" is classed as British slang on FreeDict. A useless, unreliable or disappointing person — someone who consistently lets others down.
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