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Barmy Definition & Meaning

barmy
adjective
  1. marked by spirited enjoyment
  2. informal or slang terms for mentally irregular; "it used to drive my husband balmy"

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  • "It's his lucky day, that was barmy"
    The Streets — Not Addicted

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Frequently asked questions

What does barmy mean?
marked by spirited enjoyment informal or slang terms for mentally irregular; "it used to drive my husband balmy"
What part of speech is barmy?
Barmy is an adjective.
How many definitions does barmy have?
Barmy has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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