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dingbats
We have found lemma(root) word of dingbats : dingbat.
Definitions
[ˈdɪŋbat], (Noun)
Definitions:
- a stupid or eccentric person
(e.g: I couldn't care about them two dingbats)
- a typographical device other than a letter or numeral (such as an asterisk), used to signal divisions in text or to replace letters in a euphemistically presented vulgar word
- delusions or feelings of unease, particularly those induced by delirium tremens
Phrases:
Origin
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mid 19th century (in early use applied to various vaguely specified objects): origin uncertain; perhaps based on ding. dingbat is probably by association with have bats in the belfry
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