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Dumb fucker
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an extremely stupid or contemptible person
Offensive
Slang
Vulgar
Grammatical Information
What is the origin of the term "dumb fucker" and how is it used?
"Dumb fucker" is a vulgar slang term that likely emerged in mid-20th-century English, combining "dumb," meaning stupid or unintelligent, with "fucker," used as a general intensifier for insult. The phrase emphasizes extreme stupidity or contemptibility, making it far stronger than simply calling someone "dumb." It is used in informal, hostile, or heated contexts, including arguments, insults, and coarse humor. The term is highly derogatory and offensive, intended to strongly insult or provoke, and is never neutral or polite.
Examples
The dumb fucker spilled paint on the new carpet.



























