# bimbo

/ˈbɪmboʊ/ (US) · /bˈɪmbəʊ/ (UK) · CEFR C2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/bimbo
Updated: 2026-05-19

## Definition

a person, usually a woman, who is seen as attractive but not very smart. This is a very rude and offensive word that people use to put someone down.

For teachers: a person, typically a woman, perceived as attractive but lacking in intelligence. Highly offensive and derogatory; used to dismiss or belittle an individual's capabilities.

## Examples

- He used the word bimbo to insult his colleague's intelligence.
- The manager was criticized for calling the new intern a bimbo during a meeting, which created a hostile work environment.
- The term bimbo is often weaponized in professional settings to undermine women who challenge traditional gender roles or demonstrate high levels of technical proficiency.

## Pitfalls

- Not "She is a real bimbo" but "She is a real woman" — Learners may use this term to describe someone they find attractive but it is extremely offensive and should be avoided.

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