barmy
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Adj — Crazy, foolish, or eccentric.
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Chiefly British and informal.
Etymology
Originally described something full of "barm," the foam that forms on fermenting beer — the sense shifted from "frothy, bubbling" to "excitable" and eventually to "crazy."
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What does “barmy” mean?
The word “barmy” means crazy, foolish, or eccentric. In plain terms, slightly crazy or foolish, usually in a harmless, amusing way.
How do you pronounce “barmy”?
“Barmy” is pronounced BAH-mee (/ˈbɑɹmi/ in IPA).
How do you use “barmy” in a sentence?
Here is “barmy” used in a sentence: “It's a barmy idea to go hiking in this weather.”
What part of speech is “barmy”?
“Barmy” is an adjective.