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busybody

 

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Noun busybody has 1 sense
  1. busybody, nosy-parker, nosey-parker - a person who meddles in the affairs of others
    --1 is a kind of meddler

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Busybody

Definition

A busybody is a person who interferes in the affairs of others without invitation or necessity. It is often used to describe someone who is excessively nosy or meddlesome.

Senses

Sense 1: Noun

Someone who meddles in the affairs of others; a nosy or intrusive person.

Example sentence: The neighborhood busybody was always gossiping about everyone's business.

Sense 2: Adjective

Describing someone who is excessively curious or meddling in the matters of others.

Example sentence: Her busybody nature prompted her to constantly inquire about others' personal lives.

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