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duffer1

Pronunciation: /ˈdʌfə/

Definition of duffer

noun

informal
  • 1an incompetent or stupid person:a complete duffer at languages
  • 2Australian/NZ an unproductive mine.

Origin:

mid 19th century: from Scots dowfart 'stupid person', from douf 'spiritless'

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