English Word · Advanced
dodger
A person full of tricks or street smarts
Pronunciation: /ˈdɒd͡ʒ.ə(ɹ)/
Meaning
A person who is clever at avoiding something, often through dishonest or tricky means.
Example
The street dodger managed to slip through the crowd unnoticed.
The street dodger managed to slip through the crowd unnoticed.
Practice tips
- Practice dodger out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for advanced-level learners.