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Meaning of featherbrain
A person who is considered to be foolish or lacking in good sense.
Etymology of featherbrain
The word "featherbrain" originated in the mid-17th century, from the idea that a brain as light as a feather is incapable of serious thought.
Historically, the term has been used to describe someone who is perceived as lacking in intelligence, common sense, or sound judgment.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A person with a light, frivolous, or empty mind.
- * A person who is considered to be foolish or lacking in good sense.
Usage Examples
- She's such a featherbrain, always forgetting where she put her keys.
- * He's a featherbrain for investing all his money in that risky scheme.