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numskull

Numskull (noun) means a dunce, mentally dull or stupid person.

noun
1
A dunce, mentally dull or stupid person.
2
A person who refuses to learn or grow mentally.
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Etymology

From numb (“deadened”) + skull.

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What is the meaning of numskull?

"numskull" (noun) means a dunce, mentally dull or stupid person.

What are the different meanings of numskull?

"numskull" has 2 main meanings: 1. A dunce, mentally dull or stupid person; 2. A person who refuses to learn or grow mentally.

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