jammy dodger en · NOUN
Etymology
From the popular biscuits Jammie Dodgers, which were named after the Beano character Roger the Dodger (a child famed for his ability to avoid chores and homework).
Meanings
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(informal) Someone with astounding good luck.
I'm such a jammy dodger I always roll a six!
2018, Xanthe Gresham Knight, Robin Knight, Sussex Folk Tales for Children:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| jammy dodgers | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Synonyms
lucky dog · lucky devil · jammy Arab
wikipedia: Jammie Dodgers · wikipedia: Beano · wikipedia: Roger the Dodger