Draufgänger — meaning in English
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English meaning
- daredevil noun A person who takes reckless risks, often for excitement or attention.
- hustler noun A person who works energetically and resourcefully, especially to make money.
- player noun Someone taking part in a game or sport.
- swashbuckler noun Someone skilled with a sword who fights in a bold, theatrical style.
Senses
Draufgänger is used for these senses in English:
- daredevil A person who engages in very risky behavior, especially one who is motivated by a craving for excitement or attention. [from 1794]
- swashbuckler A daring adventurer.
daredevil — full definition
- noun A person who takes reckless risks, often for excitement or attention.
- adj Recklessly bold or adventurous.
hustler — full definition
- noun A person who works energetically and resourcefully, especially to make money.
- noun A con artist or swindler.
- noun A prostitute (informal, often referring to a male prostitute).
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