noun
nong
nong
noun
1
(Australian/British slang) A foolish or stupid person.
"Don't be such a nong, read the instructions first."
How to Use Nong
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSlang for someone acting foolishly.
When to use it
Informal Australian and British slang, mildly teasing rather than harsh.
Word Forms
nongs plural, Nongs plural
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Etymology
Likely a shortening of the earlier slang term ning-nong.