noun General Slang

boofhead

BOOF-hed · noun · informal

A stupid or dim person.

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Definitions

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A foolish, dull or dim-witted person; often affectionate.

“Come here, ya big boofhead.”
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boofhead In A Sentence

Come here, ya big boofhead.

Origin & Usage

Australian; from 'bufflehead' (blockhead), reinforced by a comic-strip character.

People Also Ask

What does boofhead mean?

It means a foolish or dim-witted person, though it's often used affectionately rather than nastily.

Where does the word boofhead come from?

It derives from 'bufflehead', meaning blockhead, and was reinforced in Australia by a comic-strip character of the same name.

Is boofhead a rude word?

Not really. It's a gentle, often affectionate jibe about someone being a bit silly.

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