Meaning Of The Word Ne'er-do-well

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Ne'er-do-well Meaning

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ne'er-do-well in British English
a person who never does anything worthwhile; one who cannot make a living, get things done, etc.
lazy, inadequate, etc.
adjective: useless; worthless
adjective: worthless; ineffectual; good-for-nothing
noun: an idle, worthless person; a person who is ineffectual, unsuccessful, or completely lacking in merit; good-for-nothing
noun: an improvident, irresponsible, or lazy person

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