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dumbbell

dumbbell

Betekenis

  1. A weight training implement consisting of a short bar with weight counterpoised on each end.
  2. A stupid person.

Uitgespreek as (IPA)
/ˈdʌm.bɛl/
Etimologie

From dumb + bell. Originally an apparatus used for physical exercise or to practice ringing church bells. It was similar to those used to ring church bells, but didn't have a bell, which is why it was called dumb ("silent, mute").

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