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Bozo
01
a foolish or stupid person who makes clumsy mistakes or lacks intelligence
Dialect
American
Informal
What is the origin of the term "bozo" and how is it used?
"Bozo" is an English slang term that appeared in the United States in the 1920s–1930s. It may have originated as a nickname or clownish persona in vaudeville and circus culture, later popularized by the clown character Bozo the Clown in the mid-20th century. The term is used to describe a foolish, stupid, or clumsy person who makes mistakes or lacks intelligence. It appears in informal, often humorous or teasing contexts. It is mildly derogatory but not vulgar, generally intended to ridicule behavior rather than seriously insult someone.
Examples
Some bozo left the gate open and the dog got out again.
02
an informal term for a youth or man
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Human
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
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