English Explanatory Dictionary

jammy dodger

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Someone with astounding good luck.

Word forms

jammy dodger jammy dodgers

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).

Synonyms

lucky devil lucky dog jammy Arab
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