jammy dodger

English

Etymology

From the popular biscuits Jammie Dodgers, which were named after the Beano character Roger the Dodger (a child famed for his ability to avoid chores and homework).

Noun

jammy dodger (plural jammy dodgers)

1. (informal) Someone with astounding good luck.

   Synonyms: lucky devil, lucky dog, jammy Arab

   • 2018, Xanthe Gresham Knight, Robin Knight, Sussex Folk Tales for Children:

     I'm such a jammy dodger I always roll a six!