Earner

Earner

EARNER /ˈɪənə/
Noun United Kingdom

A job that earns good money.

Example Sentences

"That's a proper Earner, that is."
"I've never seen such a Earner in all my life."

Etymology & History

British slang for lucrative job or scheme. 'Nice little earner!' celebrates profitable venture. British money-making terminology.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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