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fuddy–duddy

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noun fud·dy–dud·dy \ˈfə-dē-ˌdə-dē\

Definition of fuddy–duddy

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fuddy–duddies

  1. :  one that is old-fashioned, unimaginative, or conservative

fuddy–duddy

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Origin and Etymology of fuddy–duddy

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fuddy–duddy Synonyms

Synonyms
antediluvian, Colonel Blimp, dodo, fossil, fud, fuddy-duddy, mossback, reactionary, stick-in-the-mud, stuffed shirt
Antonyms
hipster, modern, trendy
Related Words
conservative, rightist, Tory; mandarin, old hand, old-timer, veteran; old maid
Near Antonyms
liberal, progressive, radical

FUDDY–DUDDY Defined for English Language Learners

fuddy-duddy

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Definition of fuddy–duddy for English Language Learners

  • : a person with old-fashioned or conservative ideas and attitudes

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