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pantywaist

/ˈpæn.ti.weɪst/

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noun

/ˈpæn.ti.weɪst/C2formalamerican
  • ruУничижительное существительное, обозначающее робкого, нерешительного или чрезмерно чувствительного мужчину или мальчика, часто считающегося инфантильным.

A derogatory noun referring to a timid, unassertive, or overly sensitive man or boy, often considered childish.

  1. Timid or unassertive personC1informalamerican

    A man or boy who is considered weak, overly sensitive, or lacking in courage and assertiveness.

    ruСлабак

    • He was called a pantywaist for refusing to fight.
    • Don't be such a pantywaist; stand up for yourself.
    • The bully teased the new kid, calling him a pantywaist.

    Synonymschickencowardcrybabymilksopmilquetoastnamby-pambysissyweaklingwimp

    Antonymsbrawlerfirebrandhe-manmachotoughwarrior

Forms
  • pantywaists plural form
  • pantywaists' possessive plural form
  • pantywaist's possessive singular form