bampot

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Etymology[edit]

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Pronunciation[edit]

  • IPA(key): /ˈbæm.pɒt/
  • (file)

Noun[edit]

bampot (plural bampots)

  1. (Scotland, slang, derogatory) An idiot; an objectionable and foolish person.
    No-one up there really believes Scotland is some kind of terrorism magnet, whatever the bampots in London think.

Usage notes[edit]

  • This term is often used affectionately among close friends.