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ding•bat
Pronunciation: (ding'bat"), [key]—
n.
1. Slang.an eccentric, silly, or empty-headed person.
2. dingus.
3. Print.an ornamental piece of type for borders, separators, decorations, etc.
4. an object, as a brick, serving as a missile.
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