fuzzy-wuzzy
fuzzy-wuzzy · fuzzy-wuzzies
A Hadendoa warrior of the Mahdi army in the 19th centuryA Hadendoa warrior of the Mahdi army in the 19th century.
Meaning
2 senses(UK, historical)A Hadendoa warrior of the Mahdi army in the 19th century.
(Australia)A Papuan, especially one who assisted the Australian military against the Japanese; a Fuzzy Wuzzy Angel.
Origin
Adjective: Reduplication of fuzzy. Noun: From the adjective, in reference to their fuzzy hAdjective: Reduplication of fuzzy. Noun: From the adjective, in reference to their fuzzy hair texture.
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Forms
plural: fuzzy-wuzzies| Singular | fuzzy-wuzzy |
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regular
See also
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