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Farthead
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a stupid or foolish person
Offensive
Slang
Vulgar
Grammatical Information
animacy status
human
Composition
Compound
countable
plural form
fartheads
What is the origin of the term "farthead" and how is it used?
"Farthead" appeared in casual English slang in the mid–late 20th century, using fart as a stand-in for stupidity or emptiness and head to imply a lack of intelligence. It functions as a nonsensical insult rather than a precise accusation. The term is mostly used in joking, teasing, or childish arguments. It is mildly derogatory and not considered strongly offensive.
Examples
The farthead could n't remember the Wi-Fi password he set yesterday.
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