Booby

/ˈbuːbi/ noun

Definition

A type of seabird in the gannet family, named for their clumsy appearance; also slang for a foolish person or a woman's breast.

Etymology

From Spanish 'bobo' (foolish), referring to the bird's awkward landing style and behavior. Europeans noted the birds seemed silly or foolish in their movements.

Kelly Says

Booby birds have incredible diving skills and can plunge 60 feet into the ocean at 60 mph, yet sailors called them 'boobies' because they weren't afraid of humans—their fearlessness got mistaken for stupidity!

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