numpty

English

Alternative forms

numptie

Etymology

Possibly from Scottish English numbskull.

Pronunciation

IPA^(key): /ˈnʌmpti/
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Noun

numpty (plural numpties)

(Britain, pejorative) An idiot, dolt or fool.

Scots

Alternative forms

numptie

Noun

numpty (plural numpties)

(pejorative) An idiot or fool.

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