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rubbernecker

UK
/ˈrʌbənˌnɛkə/
US
/ˈrʌbərˌnɛkər/

Translations

rubberneckernoun
rubberneckers
pl
UK
/ˈrʌbənˌnɛkə/
US
/ˈrʌbərˌnɛkər/
badaudPersonne qui s’attarde à regarder un accident, un spectacle ou tout événement par curiosité.
A group of rubberneckers gathered near the scene of the accident.
Un groupe de badauds s’est rassemblé près des lieux de l’accident.
Additional translations
curieuxSurtout en contexte de circulation routière, pour désigner les personnes qui ralentissent pour regarder un accident.
Synonyms
gawker
onlooker
bystander
spectator
curious person

Definitions

rubberneckernoun
A person who stares or gawks at something, especially in a foolish or nosy manner, often causing traffic delays by slowing down to look at accidents or other incidents.
The accident on the highway attracted a lot of rubberneckers, causing a significant traffic jam.
An inquisitive onlooker who turns to stare at any event or scene out of curiosity.
Tourists stood outside the film set like rubberneckers, hoping to glimpse a celebrity.
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