simpele — meaning in English

English meaning

• sap noun The watery fluid that circulates through a plant, carrying nutrients.
• simpleton noun A person who lacks common sense or shows poor judgement; a foolish person.

Senses

simpele is used for these senses in English:

• sap (slang, countable) A naive person; a simpleton.
• simpleton (informal, pejorative) A simple-minded person lacking common sense.

sap — full definition

1. noun The watery fluid that circulates through a plant, carrying nutrients.
2. noun A gullible or easily fooled person.
3. verb To gradually drain someone's strength, energy, or resolve.
4. noun A small, weighted club, often leather-covered, used as a hand weapon.

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