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numbskull

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noun

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The correct spelling is numbskull. A dunce, mentally dull or stupid person. For example: "That numskull will never learn how to compose a letter."

Usage Examples

That numskull will never learn how to compose a letter.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A dunce, mentally dull or stupid person.
  2. 2.A person who refuses to learn or grow mentally.
  3. 3.A traditional name for a fool who serves as the butt of jokes about stupidity.

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