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Herbert
Definition
Herbert is a masculine name of German origin, meaning 'bright army'.
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Common collocations
- complete herbert
- utter herbert
- social herbert
- intellectual herbert
- hopeless herbert
- typical herbert
Word family
noun herbert
Usage note
Herbert is a derogatory term used to describe someone perceived as foolish, incompetent, or socially awkward. It is informal and often used humorously or insultingly.
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Example sentences
- My grandfather's name is Herbert.
- Herbert is a popular name in Germany.
- Herbert Hoover was the 31st President of the United States.
- Herbert is a name that has been used for centuries.
- Herbert is an old-fashioned name that is making a comeback.
Quotes
'Herbert, you're a genius!', exclaimed Professor Farnsworth.
'I'll be back,' said Herbert Schwarzenegger.
'The only way to do great work is to love what you do,' said Steve Herbert.