noun
bonehead
BOHN-hehd
Bonehead (noun) means an informal, mildly insulting term for someone who acts foolishly or stubbornly. Example: “What a bonehead move, forgetting the tickets at home.”
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An informal, mildly insulting term for someone who acts foolishly or stubbornly.
"What a bonehead move, forgetting the tickets at home."
How to use bonehead
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA casual insult for someone being dumb or careless.
When to use it
Informal and often used affectionately among friends rather than as a serious insult.
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Word forms
- Plural
- boneheads
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Etymology
A straightforward compound of "bone" and "head" — implying a head that's solid bone all the way through.
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What does “bonehead” mean?
The word “bonehead” means an informal, mildly insulting term for someone who acts foolishly or stubbornly. In plain terms, a casual insult for someone being dumb or careless.
How do you pronounce “bonehead”?
“Bonehead” is pronounced BOHN-hehd (/ˈboʊnˌhɛd/ in IPA).
How do you use “bonehead” in a sentence?
Here is “bonehead” used in a sentence: “What a bonehead move, forgetting the tickets at home.”
What part of speech is “bonehead”?
“Bonehead” is a noun.
