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numpty | dumpty |

As a noun numpty

is (british|pejorative) an idiot, dolt or fool.

As an adjective dumpty is

variant of dumpy.

numpty

English

Alternative forms

* numptie

Noun

(numpties)
  • (British, pejorative) An idiot, dolt or fool.
    • ----

    dumpty

    English

    Adjective

    (er)
  • Variant of dumpy