fogey

Meaning

Noun

A dull person (especially an older man) who is behind the times, holding antiquated, over-conservative views.

Origin

Borrowed from Scots foggie, fogie, perhaps derived from Scots foggie, from Scots fog, equivalent to fog + -y. Further origin uncertain. More at fog.

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