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Bedwetter
01
a person regarded as immature, weak, or overly fearful
Offensive
What is the origin of the term "bedwetter" and how is it used?
"Bedwetter" is an English slang insult that dates back to at least the 19th–20th centuries, originally describing someone who urinates in bed at night (enuresis). Over time, it became metaphorical, used to label a person as immature, weak, cowardly, or overly fearful. The term appears in informal speech, teasing, and schoolyard insults. It is derogatory but mild, meant to mock or shame someone's perceived lack of maturity rather than being vulgar or highly offensive.
Examples
The coach called the scared player a bedwetter for avoiding contact.
02
someone suffering from enuresis; someone who urinates while asleep in bed
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