lagger

¹

[ lag-er ]

noun

1. a laggard.

lagger

²

[ lag-er ]

noun

, Chiefly British Slang.

1. a convict or ex-convict.

Word History and Origins

Origin of lagger¹

lag ¹ + -er ¹

Origin of lagger²

First recorded in 1810–20; lag ² + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Major Lyon turned over and went to sleep again, satisfied that Buck Lagger would begin operations in the morning.

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This officer is Buck Lagger; and I know that he will be glad to get the command of the company, even for a short time.

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Buck Lagger led the compact portion of his command, who were armed with axes as well as muskets.

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Buck Lagger lay dead upon the ground, with not less than a dozen others, while half the rest of them were wounded.

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“Quick,” growled Pete fiercely; and he gave the lagger a sharp thrust with his elbow.

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