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dodos Word Meanings
- an extinct flightless bird once found on Mauritius
- a symbol of extinction or obsolescence
- someone or something considered foolish or outdated
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dodos Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/dəʊdəʊ/
US
/doʊdoʊ/
dodos Word Etymology
The word 'dodo' comes from the Portuguese 'doudo', which means 'foolish'. This word evolved through the 17th century before entering English. Imagine a large, clumsy bird waddling around, oblivious to the dangers of its environment, embodying the idea of foolishness and naivety.
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