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twerp

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Noun — A foolish, annoying, or insignificant person.

Etymology

Origin uncertain — British slang from the 1910s; various theories link it to a person's name, a bird-call word, or Welsh twp ("fool"), but none is confirmed.

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What does “twerp” mean?

The word “twerp” means a foolish, annoying, or insignificant person. In plain terms, a mildly insulting word for someone silly or irritating.

How do you pronounce “twerp”?

“Twerp” is pronounced twurp (/twɝp/ in IPA).

How do you use “twerp” in a sentence?

Here is “twerp” used in a sentence: “Stop acting like such a twerp and apologize.”

What part of speech is “twerp”?

“Twerp” is a noun.

Where does the word “twerp” come from?

The word “twerp” dates back to around 1910 and comes from Welsh. Origin uncertain — British slang from the 1910s; various theories link it to a person's name, a bird-call word, or Welsh twp ("fool"), but none is confirmed.

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