Silly Billy In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "Silly Billy", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Jenne Phuong calendar 2021-08-01 09:08

Meaning of Silly Billy

Silly Billy British informal noun

Used to refer to a stupid person or say that someone is behaving in a silly way, especially a child.

He is such a Silly Billy that he has given me the keys to his car.

Did you see that Silly Billy across the road? He was acting foolishly

Grammar and Usage of Silly Billy

The plural form of the phrase is "silly billies". 

Origin of Silly Billy

The phrase was first recorded in 1840–1850.

The Origin Cited: dictionary.com .
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need (to have) your head examined

To  say, or believe something or someone that seems completely crazy, delusional, or stupid

Example:

You spent 1000$ on a new pair of shoes! It is insanely crazy. You need your head examined.

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