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Word of the Day – Galoot

By December 22, 2017Word of the Day

Galoot (noun) (Scots)

gu-loot

A clumsy or stupid person (often as a term of abuse).

Early 19th century (originally in nautical use meaning ‘an inexperienced marine’): of unknown origin.

Example sentences

“Move over you great big galoot!”

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