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What does flibbertyjibbet mean?

"Flibbertigibbet" is a whimsical and somewhat archaic term, often used to describe someone who is:

* Flighty and erratic: They lack focus, jump from one thing to another, and are easily distracted.

* Frivolous and silly: They often act impulsively and lack seriousness or depth.

* A bit of a scatterbrain: They may be forgetful, disorganized, and prone to making mistakes.

The term is often used in a humorous or affectionate way, though it can also be used in a derogatory sense to suggest someone is childish or irresponsible.

Origin:

The word is believed to have originated in the 16th century, possibly from a combination of the words "flibber" (meaning "fluttering") and "gibbet" (a gallows). It was originally used to describe a restless spirit or a person who was easily influenced.

Examples of use:

* "She's such a flibbertigibbet, always changing her mind!"

* "Don't worry about him, he's just a flibbertigibbet."

* "He was a flibbertigibbet in his youth, but he's matured a lot since then."

Other related words:

* Whimsical

* Frivolous

* Scatterbrained

* Airheaded

* Ditzy

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