Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

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What does blacklegger mean?
A blackleg: one who takes the place of striking workers.
Where does blacklegger come from?
From blackleg + -er.

How to pronounce blacklegger

  1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “blacklegger”.
  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
  3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “blacklegger”.
  4. Repeat and practice — Say “blacklegger” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.