fuddy-duddy
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/ˈfʌdi ˌdʌdi/
old-fashioned person
Etymology
Etymology Information
'fuddy-duddy' is believed to originate from the early 20th century, possibly as a playful reduplication of 'duddy,' which was a dialect term for a ragged person.
Historical Evolution
The term 'fuddy-duddy' has remained relatively unchanged since its inception in the early 1900s.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to someone who was ragged or old-fashioned, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who is old-fashioned, fussy, and conservative.
My grandfather is a bit of a fuddy-duddy when it comes to technology.
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Last updated: 2025/01/25 12:01