fussbudgety
ɪt noun
a fussy or needlessly fault-finding person.
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fussbudget
1904, from fuss (q.v.). One of several similar formulations around this time: Cf. fussbox (1901); fusspot (1921).
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Fussbudgety
is always a great word to know.
So is callithumpian. Does it mean:
| a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison. |
| a children's mummer's parade, as on the Fourth of July, with prizes for the best costumes. |
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