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meathead

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Noun — A stupid or dull-witted person, especially one who is large and muscular.

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Etymology

A compound of meat and head; popularized in the 1970s by the sitcom All in the Family, where Archie Bunker used it as a nickname for his son-in-law.

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What does “meathead” mean?

The word “meathead” means a stupid or dull-witted person, especially one who is large and muscular. In plain terms, an insulting term for someone seen as dumb, often a muscular guy who relies on brawn over brains.

How do you pronounce “meathead”?

“Meathead” is pronounced MEET-hehd (/ˈmitˌhɛd/ in IPA).

How do you use “meathead” in a sentence?

Here is “meathead” used in a sentence: “Stop acting like a meathead and think before you speak.”

What part of speech is “meathead”?

“Meathead” is a noun.

Where does the word “meathead” come from?

The word “meathead” dates back to around 1970. A compound of meat and head; popularized in the 1970s by the sitcom All in the Family, where Archie Bunker used it as a nickname for his son-in-law.

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