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Blackleg Definition & Meaning

blackleg
noun
  1. someone who works (or provides workers) during a strike
verb
  1. take the place of work of someone on strike

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Frequently asked questions

What does blackleg mean?
someone who works (or provides workers) during a strike take the place of work of someone on strike
What part of speech is blackleg?
Blackleg is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does blackleg have?
Blackleg has 2 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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