windbag
|wind-bag|
B2
/ˈwɪndˌbæɡ/
talkative person
Etymology
Etymology Information
'windbag' originates from English, combining 'wind' meaning 'air in motion' and 'bag' meaning 'a container'.
Historical Evolution
'windbag' has been used since the 19th century to describe someone who talks excessively.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a literal bag filled with air, but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a talkative person'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who talks a lot, especially about unimportant things.
He's such a windbag; he never stops talking about his travels.
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Last updated: 2025/02/22 10:51