Meaning of the word milquetoast in English
What does milquetoast mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
milquetoast
US /ˈmɪlk.toʊst/
UK /ˈmɪlk.təʊst/
Noun
a shy, nervous person with a weak character, usually a man:
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He changes from a dorky milquetoast to a sexy macho hero.
Adjective
shy, nervous and with a weak character:
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She was no milquetoast girl. She loved a good confrontation