sumph

sumph
[sʌmf]
noun Scottish a stupid or clumsy person.
Origin
C18: of unknown origin.

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  • Sumph — Sumph, n. A dunce; a blockhead. [Scot.] [1913 Webster] …   The Collaborative International Dictionary of English

  • sumph — Scottish Vernacular Dictionary A dullard, no very bright.look at yon sumph he couldn y find his erse in a bath wi twa hands …   English dialects glossary

  • sumph — ˈsəmf, ˈsu̇mf noun ( s) Etymology: origin unknown Scot & dialect England : a stupid or sulky person …   Useful english dictionary

  • sumphish — sumphˈish adjective • • • Main Entry: ↑sumph …   Useful english dictionary

  • sumphishness — sumphˈishness noun • • • Main Entry: ↑sumph …   Useful english dictionary

  • Muckle — very large. “Ye muckle sumph!” = “You big idiot!” …   Scottish slang

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