When Was Flibbertigibbet First Used?

The first known use of flibbertigibbet was in the 15th century.

Is Flibbertigibbet a bad word?

Flibbertigibbet is a Middle English word referring to a flighty or whimsical person, usually a young woman. In modern use, it is used as a slang term, especially in Yorkshire, for a gossipy or overly talkative person.

What is a Jibbet?

1 : gallows sense 1a. 2 : an upright post with a projecting arm for hanging the bodies of executed criminals as a warning. gibbet.

James H. Sterling

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