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flunker

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flunk   (flŭngk)   
v.   flunked, flunk·ing, flunks

v.   intr.
To fail, especially in a course or an examination.
v.   tr.

  1. To fail (an examination or course).

  2. To give a failing grade to.

n.  

  1. The act or an instance of flunking.

  2. A failing grade.

Phrasal Verb(s):
flunk outTo expel or be expelled from a school or course because of work that does not meet required standards.

[Origin unknown.]
flunk'er n.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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