A simple person or someone silly.
Muggins
Example Sentences
"That's a proper Muggins, that is."
"I've never seen such a Muggins in all my life."
Etymology & History
British fool or oneself (self-deprecating). From surname Muggins. British self-reference. 'Muggins here had to do it' British complaint. Reflects British self-deprecating humor.
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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