noun
Other Word Forms
- blockheaded adjective
- blockheadedly adverb
- blockheadedness noun
- blockheadism noun
Etymology
Origin of blockhead
Example Sentences
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He, like so many police officers we’ve seen, is a complete blockhead.
From Salon
On “Poor Little Fool,” by Ricky Nelson: “She sized you up, she was captivating and shrewd and lousy with lies. Oh yeah, you were an absolute blockhead beyond a doubt.”
From New York Times
She told Brad, “Yes, blockhead is one word, but can’t you find a better way of expressing yourself?”
From Literature
"Have fun in Charlotte, blockhead," he said before hanging up.
From Salon
Now, Twitter user @tarngerine has pushed this developing meme even further by creating a tool that lets you create your own blockhead image.
From The Verge
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