noun

hustler

HUHS-luhr

Hustler (noun) means a person who works energetically and resourcefully, especially to make money. Example: “He's a natural hustler, always finding a new way to make a sale.”

noun

A person who works energetically and resourcefully, especially to make money.

"He's a natural hustler, always finding a new way to make a sale."

A con artist or swindler.

"The pool hall was full of hustlers looking to fleece newcomers."

A prostitute (informal, often referring to a male prostitute).

"The film follows a young hustler trying to survive on the streets."

How to use hustler

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone who works hard and cleverly to get ahead, though it can also mean a con artist or (informally) a prostitute, depending on context.

When to use it

The positive "hard worker" sense is casual/business slang; other senses are informal or slang.

Word forms

hustlers plural

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Etymology

Formed from hustle plus the agent suffix -er.

Synonyms

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Frequently asked questions

What does “hustler” mean?

The word “hustler” means a person who works energetically and resourcefully, especially to make money.

How do you pronounce “hustler”?

“Hustler” is pronounced HUHS-luhr (/ˈhʌsləɹ/ in IPA).

How do you use “hustler” in a sentence?

Here is “hustler” used in a sentence: “He's a natural hustler, always finding a new way to make a sale.”

What part of speech is “hustler”?

“Hustler” is a noun.

How many meanings does “hustler” have?

“Hustler” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who works energetically and resourcefully, especially to make money.

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