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wally

n. countable
C1 Advanced US //ˈweɪɫi// UK //wˈɒli// wal·ly Archaic Informal Slang

n. a silly or foolish person. You use this word in a lighthearted way to tease someone who has made a small mistake.

n. a foolish or inept person. Primarily British in usage, it carries a mild, often affectionate tone of mockery rather than severe criticism.


SIMPLE

I felt like a total wally when I forgot my keys.

CONTEXTUAL

Don't be such a wally; you're wearing your sweater inside out.

Usage

Commonly used in the phrase 'a bit of a wally' or 'a total wally'.

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