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(slang, derogatory) A simple person lacking common sense; a fool or simpleton.

(slang, by extension) Someone who is not worthy of respect.

(slang, derogatory) A man who foolishly overvalues and defers to a woman, putting her on a pedestal.

(slang, by extension) Someone who foolishly overvalues someone else and defers to them, putting them on a pedestal. +

(slang) An advocate for an ideology or cause.

(slang, of a man) To be especially deferential to and emotionally vulnerable with a woman, often with the intent of receiving sexual gratification.

(slang, by extension) To obsequiously praise or admire.

(slang, by extension) To reminisce melancholically; to recall once fond memories now tinged with sadness, especially regarding a former lover.