flunker
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flunk
(flŭngk) Informalv. flunked, flunk·ing, flunks
v.intr.
To fail, especially in a course or an examination.
v.tr.
1.
a. To fail (an examination or course).
b. To give a failing grade to (a student).
2. To fail (a drug test, as for a performance enhancing substance).
n.
Phrasal Verb: 1. A failure.
2. A failing grade.
flunk out
To expel or be expelled from a school or course because of work that does not meet required standards.
[Origin unknown.]
flunk′er n.
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flunker
(ˈflʌŋkə)n
1. (Education) a person who flunks an examination
2. (Education) an examiner who causes an exam candidate to flunk
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