An archaic or dialectal term, possibly referring to a lump, cluster, or in some contexts, a stupid person.
Of uncertain origin; possibly related to Old English or dialectal roots meaning something rounded or clustered. The term is rare in modern usage and meanings vary by region.
Very few people use 'dode' today, which makes it a perfect example of how language is constantly losing words—every generation forgets dozens of terms their grandparents used regularly.
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