numpty
English
Alternative forms
- numptie
Etymology
Borrowed from Scots numpty, meaning a fool or idiot.
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /ˈnʌmpti/
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Noun
numpty (plural numpties)
- (Britain, derogatory) An idiot, dolt or fool.
Scots
Alternative forms
- numptie
Noun
numpty (plural numpties)
- (derogatory) An idiot or fool.