MALINGER - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Verb

avoid responsibilities and duties, e.g., by pretending to be ill

Categories: Fiddle, Shirk, Shrink from, Goldbrick

Synonyms

Skulk, Malinger

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "malinger" was borrowed from French malingrer.

🧩 Fun Fact

French spelling conventions explain many of English's 'silent letters' and irregular spellings.