Meaning of the word booby in English

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booby

US /ˈbuː.bi/

UK /ˈbuː.bi/

a stupid or foolish person

Example:

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He felt like a complete booby for falling for that trick.

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Only a booby would forget their passport on an international trip.

Synonym:

fool idiot dunce moron nitwit

a type of tropical seabird, typically having a brightly colored bill or feet

Example:

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The blue-footed booby is known for its distinctive dance.

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We saw several boobies diving for fish near the coast.

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