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Meaning of Cuckoo
The primary meaning of the word "Cuckoo" based on Oxford Languages is a person who is considered foolish or mad.
Etymology of Cuckoo
The word "Cuckoo" originates from the imitation of the bird's call, with the earliest recorded use in the 14th century
The term has been used to describe a person considered foolish or mad since the 16th century, likely due to the bird's reputation for laying its eggs in other birds' nests, seen as eccentric behavior
Synonyms
mad
insane
foolish
silly
ridiculous
absurd
preposterous
laughable
comical
amusing
entertaining
diverting
eccentric
quirky
odd
bizarre
strange
weird
dotty
daft
crazy
lunatic
maniacal
erratic
unstable
unbalanced
unhinged
frantic
frenzied
hysterical
irrational
illogical
senseless
mindless
foolishness
absurdity
ridiculousness
silliness
Definitions
- A person considered foolish or mad
- A bird, especially the European cuckoo, known for its distinctive call
- Used to express that someone or something is considered foolish or absurd
Usage Examples
- The politician's opponent called him a cuckoo for proposing such an unrealistic plan
- The cuckoo clock in the hallway was a quirky addition to the room's decor
- She thought her friend was a bit cuckoo for deciding to quit her job and travel the world