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numpty

/nʌmpti/ noun · British & US
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What does numpty mean?

noun

A foolish or annoying person; a clumsy or awkward person. A numpty is often used to describe someone who is not very intelligent or competent.

Example

"He's such a numpty, he can't even boil water."

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