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Bimbo

/ˈbɪm.boʊ/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A young woman who is perceived as attractive but lacking in intelligence.

    "Despite her beauty, she was often dismissed as a bimbo by her peers."
  2. 2

    A derogatory term for a woman who is seen as overly concerned with her appearance.

    "The media often portrays bimbos as shallow and superficial."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'bimbo' originated in the early 20th century from the Italian word 'bimbo', meaning 'little boy'. Over time, it evolved in English to refer to a woman perceived as attractive but unintelligent, reflecting societal attitudes towards gender and beauty.

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