Boobed: meaning, definitions and examples
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boobed
[ buːbd ]
slang usage
In slang, 'boobed' refers to making a mistake or blundering, often in a silly or clumsy way. It originates from the word 'boob', which means a foolish person. Generally, it implies a comical or lighthearted context when someone has erred.
Synonyms
blundered, messed up, screwed up.
Examples of usage
- He really boobed on that test.
- She boobed when she forgot her lines during the play.
- I boobed by arriving late to the meeting.
Translations
Translations of the word "boobed" in other languages:
🇵🇹 com seios grandes
🇮🇳 बूबी
🇩🇪 großbrüstig
🇮🇩 berpayudara besar
🇺🇦 з великими грудьми
🇵🇱 z dużymi piersiami
🇯🇵 豊満な
🇫🇷 avec de gros seins
🇪🇸 de senos grandes
🇹🇷 büyük göğüslü
🇰🇷 가슴이 큰
🇸🇦 ذو ثديين كبيرين
🇨🇿 s velkými prsy
🇸🇰 s veľkými prsníkmi
🇨🇳 胸部很大
🇸🇮 z velikimi prsmi
🇮🇸 me stórum brjóstum
🇰🇿 үлкен кеуде
🇬🇪 დიდი მკერდით
🇦🇿 böyük sinə ilə
🇲🇽 de senos grandes
Etymology
The term 'boob' has its origins in the early 20th century, likely derived from the Spanish word 'bobo' which means fool or simpleton. This connection underscores its usage in referring to foolishness or mistakes. The verb form 'boobed' likely emerged as a colloquial extension, appearing within informal contexts. Over time, 'boob' transitioned in American English from its initial meanings associated with foolishness to include implications of blundering in various simple tasks. Its usage as slang, particularly among younger populations, emphasizes not only light-hearted mistakes but also reflects the playful nature of language evolution and adaptation in everyday speech.