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noun
An individual who has never achieved anything (in a particular field); one who has had an unsuccessful career.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: derogatory, informal
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Synonyms: never-was
Antonyms: none provided
History
A respelling of never + was + -er. Compare has-been.
