"numpty" meaning in Scots

See numpty in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Noun

Forms: numpties [plural]
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  1. (derogatory) An idiot or fool. Tags: derogatory Synonyms: numptie
    Sense id: en-numpty-sco-noun-byJtTHVX Categories (other): Pages with 2 entries, Pages with entries, Scots entries with incorrect language header

Alternative forms

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