lush-worker
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Meaning · English
A petty thief who steals from drunks who are unconscious.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The lush-worker looked pleased at Frank's flattery, and forthwith shutting his right hand firmly together, placed it on the table, and invited the admiration of the company to a brilliant which sparkled upon the middle finger.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “lush-worker” mean?
A petty thief who steals from drunks who are unconscious.
Is “lush-worker” formal or informal?
lush-worker is generally slang.