wasteman
(MLE, MTE, derogatory) A loser, bum, degenerate; someone who wastes their life in some manner.
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(MLE, MTE, derogatory) A loser, bum, degenerate; someone who wastes their life in some manner.
Tommy says he's a NEET at 30 who never worked a day in his life and loves it; a total wasteman if I ever saw one.
“checked for wasteman (2026) tickets before bed. no luck. had a dream i had a steamy love affair with david jonsson. woke up. no david jonsson. no wasteman tickets”
— Bluesky· May 2026
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(mining, historical) A person employed to examine the state of the mine workings, to check that they are properly ventilated, and sometimes to build pillars to support the roof in the waste.
He said he cared for me but he just used me for my money. I'm done with that wasteman.
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