Noun etymology 1 sense 1 is possibly from nod (“to incline the head up and down; to gradually fall asleep”) + -y (suffix forming diminutive nouns or familiar names); or a shortening of noddypoll, an obsolete alteration of hoddypoll (“fumbling, inept person”). The origin of noun etymology 1 sense 2 is uncertain; it is possibly derived from etymology 1 sense 1. Compare muggins (“fool, idiot; card game based on building in suits or matching exposed cards, the object being to get rid of one’s cards”). The origin of the adjective is uncertain; it is possibly also from nod (verb) + -y (suffix meaning ‘of or relating to’ forming adjectives). The verb is derived from noun etymology 1 sense 1.

Synonyms

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Rhymes for noddy

roddy shoddy

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of noddy?

"noddy" (noun) means a foolish or stupid person.

What is another word for noddy?

Other words for "noddy" include birdbrain, airhead, bonehead, boob, bimbo, addlehead.

What are the different meanings of noddy?

"noddy" has 3 main meanings: 1. A foolish or stupid person; 2. (also knave noddy) The jack in a pack of playing cards; 3. (also noddy-fifteen) A card game similar to cribbage.

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