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loser

loser

noun LOO-zehr Rare

Origin: English 'loser'

Usage Note

Loser is a direct anglicism used in informal and youth speech to describe someone who fails socially or repeatedly makes poor decisions. The French equivalent perdant is more neutral and refers simply to one who loses a contest. Loser carries a stronger dismissive connotation.

Examples

"Ne sois pas un loser toute ta vie."

Natural Translation

Don't be a loser your whole life.

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