weirdo
|weir-do|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˈwɪrdoʊ/
🇬🇧
/ˈwɪədəʊ/
strange person
Etymology
Etymology Information
'weirdo' originates from the English word 'weird,' specifically the word 'weird,' where 'weird' meant 'fate' or 'destiny.'
Historical Evolution
'weird' changed from the Old English word 'wyrd' and eventually became the modern English word 'weird.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'fate' or 'destiny,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'strange' or 'eccentric.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who is considered strange or eccentric.
He's such a weirdo for collecting old typewriters.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45