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Noun: no-hoper  ,now'how-pu(r)
Usage: informal
  1. A person with a record of failing; someone who loses consistently
    "Despite his efforts, he remained a no-hoper in his business ventures";
    - failure, loser, nonstarter, unsuccessful person

Derived forms: no-hopers

Type of: unfortunate, unfortunate person