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adj
Neglectful of an important task, responsibility, or opportunity.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: idiomatic
No example sentence was provided for this meaning.
Synonyms: asleep at the wheel
Antonyms: none provided
History
Probably an allusion to the important responsibilities of a railway switchman.
