Hustler
/ˈhʌs.lər/noun
A person who works energetically and aggressively to achieve success, often in a business context.
Did you know?The term 'hustler' originally referred to a swindler or con artist, linking it to the historical practice of trickery and manipulation.
Etymological Timeline
Middle English
Middle English
hustlen
“to shake or jolt, often implying a sense of urgency or movement.”
16th Century
English
hustler
“a person who engages in deceitful or dishonest practices.”
19th Century
English
hustler
“a person who works hard, often in a business or entrepreneurial context.”
20th Century
English
hustler
“an individual, often in an informal sense, who is aggressive and resourceful in pursuing success.”
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