Yampy

Yampy

YAM-pee ˈjampi
Adjective

Crazy or daft.

Example Sentences

"You yampy!"
"Gone yampy."

Etymology & History

Brummie term for foolish. Origin uncertain, possibly from yam (fool).

Word Details

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Region
Birmingham
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Era
1900s
Language
mild
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Formality
informal

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