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herbert

Pronunciation: /ˈhɝbɚt/

The English word “herbert” has 2 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. A working-class youth, especially male.
  2. A foolish or contemptible person, especially male.

Etymology

* (working-class youth): From the name Herbert. The term was popularised by the punk movement but predates it.

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