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blighter.

One who blights.

8 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ˈblaɪtə/UK/ˈblaɪtɚ/US[ˈblaɪɾɚ]US
  1. One who blights.

  2. A person, usually male, especially one who behaves in an objectionable or pitiable manner.

    Commonwealth · Ireland · UK
  3. A man or child, especially an annoying one.

Where this word comes from

From blight (something that impedes development or growth, or spoils any other aspect of life) + -er.

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