Definitions

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  • noun A person regarded as stupid; a dolt.

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  • noun US, informal, pejorative An idiot; a dummy.

Etymologies

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chowder +‎ head

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  • Say it right. It's chowda. Chowdaheads.

    February 20, 2007

  • "Chow-dare", it's pronounced "Chow-dare"!

    February 21, 2007

  • Someone I work with just uttered the immortal phrase, "Captain Chowderhead." I am in love and intend to adopt this as my official rank and title. Now, who do I talk to about having my business cards changed...?

    August 18, 2008