muppet
A fool or idiot
Definitions
A silly or incompetent person; a gentle insult.
muppet In A Sentence
Origin & Usage
British and Australasian slang, from the comedic Muppets, for a foolish person.
People Also Ask
What does calling someone a muppet mean?
It means they're being silly, foolish or incompetent; it's a mild, often affectionate insult rather than a serious one.
Where does 'muppet' as an insult come from?
It comes from the comedic Muppets puppets and is used in British and Australasian slang to describe someone acting foolishly.
Is calling someone a muppet offensive?
Not really; it's a gentle, jokey insult and is usually taken far less harshly than stronger words for 'idiot'.
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