English Explanatory Dictionary

numskull

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A dunce, mentally dull or stupid person.
  2. A person who refuses to learn or grow mentally.

Word forms

numskull numskulls numbskull

Etymology

From numb (“deadened”) + skull.

Synonyms

airhead bubblehead thickhead

Derived words

numpty numptie numskullery
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