"tawpie" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: tawpies [plural]
Etymology: Of Scandinavian origin, akin to Norwegian tåpe 'simpleton' Head templates: {{en-noun}} tawpie (plural tawpies)
  1. (chiefly Scotland) foolish or awkward youngster Tags: Scotland Related terms: taupie, boy, lad, rascal, rogue, scamp, wag

Inflected forms

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