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Wazzock
01
a foolish, stupid, or idiotic person
Dialect
British
British
Offensive
Slang
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Human
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
wazzocks
What is the origin of the term "wazzock" and how is it used?
"Wazzock" is a British slang term for a foolish, stupid, or idiotic person. It emerged in the mid-20th century, possibly derived from northern English dialects, with "wazz" or "wazzock" historically meaning a fool or simpleton. The term is used in informal, mocking, or teasing contexts to criticize someone's behavior or intelligence. It is mildly derogatory, context-dependent, and not vulgar, often employed humorously rather than aggressively.
Examples
Some wazzock left the gate open and the sheep escaped onto the road.
