kangarooer
/kaŋɡəˈruːə
/noun Australian
A person who takes part in a kangaroo drive: as an experienced kangarooer, he knew the animal’s tricks...
- Do you believe the kangarooer, Chris? Do you truly think he's dead?
- With a pained expression the boss went to write the cheque, and the kangarooer murmured.
- One character that intrigued him vastly was an old kangarooer.
Origin
Early 19th century: from kangaroo + -er1.
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