Polonius
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Noun — A meddling person who gives long-winded, ultimately poor advice.
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Etymology
From Polonius, the long-winded, interfering courtier in Shakespeare's "Hamlet."
Full origin of Polonius →Frequently asked questions
What does “Polonius” mean?
The word “Polonius” means a meddling person who gives long-winded, ultimately poor advice. In plain terms, a windy busybody who thinks he's wise but mostly just gets in the way.
How do you use “Polonius” in a sentence?
Here is “Polonius” used in a sentence: “The new manager was a real polonius, forever interrupting meetings with pointless platitudes.”
What part of speech is “Polonius”?
“Polonius” is a noun.
