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    Wally

    /ˈwɒli/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A foolish or inept person; someone who is seen as silly or incompetent.
    Don't be such a wally; you need to take this seriously.
    A term used in British slang to refer to someone who is being foolish or clumsy.
    He tripped over his own feet and looked like a complete wally.
    verb
    To act foolishly or ineptly.
    Stop walling around and get to work on the project.

    Etymology

    The term 'wally' originated in British slang, possibly derived from the name 'Wally' as a diminutive of Walter.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    wallying around:
    Acting foolishly or idly.
    don't be a wally:
    Don't act foolishly.

    Related Words

    wallyish
    Having the characteristics of a wally; foolish or foolishly amusing.
    walleyed
    Having eyes that appear crossed or otherwise misaligned.

    Slang Meanings

    A term used in British slang to describe a person who acts foolishly.
    He's such a wally for forgetting her birthday.
    An affectionate nickname for a friend or loved one.
    Hey wally, how have you been?