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noun • an oldster in his dotage; someone whose age has impaired his intellect | ||||||||
| 26% | 9 | Old fool in Italian comedy | ||||||
noun • a buffoon in modern pantomimes; the butt of jokes • a character in the commedia dell'arte; portrayed as a foolish old man | ||||||||
| 26% | 4 | An old English term meaning 'fool' or 'simpleton' | ||||||
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Id Most Hatred On And Off For Old Fool Crossword Clue
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DOTARD which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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DOTARD
Updated: October 14, 2023
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