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doryphore

Pronunciation: /ˈdɒrɪfɔː/
Definition of doryphore

noun

rare
  • a pedantic and annoyingly persistent critic.

Origin:

1950s (introduced by Sir Harold Nicolson): from French, literally 'Colorado beetle', from Greek doruphoros 'spear carrier'

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