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sapheaded

American  
[sap-hed-id] / ˈsæpˌhɛd ɪd /

adjective

Slang.

  1. silly; foolish.

Other Word Forms

  • sapheadedness noun

Etymology

Origin of sapheaded

First recorded in 1655–65; saphead + -ed 3

Example Sentences

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By the way, Uncle, why did you let that sapheaded Englishman jump your claim last week?

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