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weak sister

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weak sister

 
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–noun Informal.
1. a vacillating person; coward.
2. a part or element that undermines the whole of something; a weak link.
Origin:
1855–60
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weak sister  
n.   Slang

  1. A weak or undependable member of a group.

  2. A person regarded as timid or indecisive.

The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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Weak Sister

A slang term for an undependable or weak link.

Investopedia Commentary

The worst performing stock in your portfolio would be considered your weak sister.

See also: Underperform

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