A foolish person.
Herbert
Example Sentences
"Don't be such a Herbert!"
"What's that Herbert doing?"
Etymology & History
From the name Herbert, used generically for a foolish person. Possibly from "Herbert the Pervert" or similar stereotypes. Working-class slang from the mid-20th century.
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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