bumblepuppy

noun

bum·​ble·​pup·​py
ˈbəmbəlˌpəpē
1
: the old game of nineholes
2
: whist played poorly or without regard for rules

Word History

Etymology

bumble entry 2 + puppy

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“Bumblepuppy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bumblepuppy. Accessed 4 Dec. 2024.

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