1. people who avoid work or responsibility; those who deliberately neglect their duties
Usage: plural form of shirker

Examples

• The manager identified several shirkers who consistently missed deadlines.
• During the group project, the shirkers left all the work to others.
• The company implemented new policies to deal with shirkers in the workplace.
• Military officers have little tolerance for shirkers during training exercises.
• The team’s success suffered because of a few shirkers who wouldn’t pull their weight.
• Teachers often struggle with shirkers who refuse to participate in class activities.