Associations to the word «Bumpkin»

Wiktionary

BUMPKIN, noun. A yokel
BUMPKIN, noun. A clumsy, unsophisticated person;
BUMPKIN, noun. (nautical) a short boom or spar used to extend a sail or secure a stay

Dictionary definition

BUMPKIN, noun. A person who is not very intelligent or interested in culture.

Wise words

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