ear hustler

ear hustler

Someone who is apt to eavesdrop or gossip. Let's postpone this discussion until a later time—some people in the office are known ear hustlers. Janet's definitely an ear hustler—if you tell her you're pregnant, everyone will know by noon. I'm not an ear hustler! You guys just talk so loud that I can't help but overhear what you're saying!

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ear hustler

n. someone who gossips. You cowardly ear hustler! Can’t you mind your own business?

See also: ear, hustler

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