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Lunkhead
01
a stupid or dull-witted person
Dialect
American
American
Informal
Grammatical Information
What is the origin of the term "lunkhead" and how is it used?
"Lunkhead" appeared in American slang in the early 19th century, combining "lunk" (a heavy or awkward person) with "head." It came to describe someone dull-witted or stupid. The term is used in casual insults, often humorously. It is derogatory but mild.
Examples
What lunkhead designed this impossible-to-open packaging?
