noun
bimbo
BIM-boh/ˈbɪmbəʊ/
An insulting term for a foolish person, especially an attractive woman regarded as unintelligent.
Calling someone a bimbo over a simple math mistake is insulting.
Etymology
Its origins are unclear and apparently involve several converging words. Early slang applied it to stupid or ineffectual men; the later female insult combines supposed lack of intelligence with attractiveness.
In context
that bimbo whatever she is.
More examples
- She resents being dismissed as a bimbo because of her looks.
- The movie portrays its female characters as bimbos.
- Calling him a bimbo does not make your argument stronger.
Forms
bimbo · bimbos
Similar words
- fool
- A broad insult emphasizing poor judgment rather than appearance.
- airhead
- An informal insult emphasizing thoughtlessness rather than physical attractiveness.