A giggle for the biologists amongst us ;)

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Start date Dec 23, 2015

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The discussion centers around the term "slacker," defined as someone who avoids work or effort, with synonyms including layabout, idler, and shirker. The conversation highlights a humorous take on the concept, referencing a specific individual, Dave, in a lighthearted manner. The term also has historical connotations, particularly in the 1990s, where it described a youth subculture marked by apathy and aimlessness. The tone remains playful, emphasizing the comedic aspect of the label rather than a serious critique.

Dec 23, 2015

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Dec 23, 2015

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Hilarious! Look at the slacker. :DD

Thanks Dave!

slack·er
ˈslakər/
noun
informal

a person who avoids work or effort.
synonyms: layabout, idler, shirker, malingerer, sluggard, laggard; More

US
a person who evades military service.

NORTH AMERICAN
a young person (especially in the 1990s) of a subculture characterized by apathy and aimlessness.

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