zmetek — meaning in English

English meaning

• blighter noun An informal, mildly disapproving or pitying term for a person, mainly British.
• dud noun Something, especially a bomb or device, that fails to work as intended.
• slink verb To move quietly and furtively, often out of guilt, embarrassment, or a wish not to be noticed.

Senses

zmetek is used for these senses in English:

• blighter (UK, Irish, Commonwealth, often, disrespectful) A person, usually male, especially one who behaves in an objectionable or pitiable manner.
• dud (informal) A device or machine that is useless because it does not work properly or has failed to work, such as a bomb, or explosive projectile.
• slink The young of an animal when born prematurely, especially a calf.

dud — full definition

1. noun Something, especially a bomb or device, that fails to work as intended.
2. noun Any failure or disappointment.
3. adj Useless or failing to work.

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