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cretin

/krɛtɪn/ noun · British & US
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What does cretin mean?

noun

A person of very low intelligence or mental capacity; a person who is severely mentally disabled. Often used pejoratively.

Example

"The term 'cretin' is often considered derogatory and is rarely used in modern medical or social contexts."

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