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dingbat

ding·bat [ díng bàt ] (plural ding·bats)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. printer's symbol: a symbol or ornamental character used in a printed work, e.g. a star or pointing hand

2. object used as missile: a brick, rock, or other object that is thrown as a missile

3. silly person: somebody who is considered silly or lacking in intelligence ( informal insult )

4. thing whose name is not known: an object whose name has been forgotten or is not known ( slang )

[Mid-19th century. Origin ?]
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