Definition of fuddy–duddy
fuddy–duddies
: one that is old-fashioned, unimaginative, or conservative
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Origin and Etymology of fuddy–duddy
origin unknown
First Known Use: circa 1904
FUDDY–DUDDY Defined for English Language Learners
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fud·dy–dud·dy
\ˈfə-dē-ˌdə-dē\
Definition of fuddy–duddy for English Language Learners
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: a person with old-fashioned or conservative ideas and attitudes
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