Loggerhead Definition & Meaning

loggerhead
noun
  1. a stupid person; these words are used to express a low opinion of someone's intelligence
  2. very large carnivorous sea turtle; wide-ranging in warm open seas

"Loggerhead" in song lyrics

See how loggerhead is used in real songs:

  • "gail 227 loggerhead"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "loggerhead"

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