lowlife

English

/ˈloʊlaɪf/, /ˈləʊlaɪf/

noun
Definitions
  • (derogatory) An untrustworthy, despicable, or disreputable person, especially one suspected of being a criminal.

Etymology

Compound from English low (moo) + English life.

Origin

English

life

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