boeotian

Boe·o·tian

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Definitions of boeotian word

noun boeotian a native or inhabitant of Boeotia, a region of ancient Greece 3
adjective boeotian of or relating to Boeotia or its inhabitants 3
adjective boeotian of or like Boeotia or its people or culture 3
adjective boeotian like or characteristic of this people, reputed to be dull and stupid 3
noun boeotian a person born or living in Boeotia 3
noun boeotian a dull, stupid person 3

before 1590

One of the 37% oldest English words

First recorded in 1590-1600; Boeoti(a) + -an

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 74% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.

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