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milksop

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun milksop has 1 sense
  1. sissy, pantywaist, pansy, milksop, Milquetoast - a timid man or boy considered childish or unassertive
    --1 is a kind of coward

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Milksop

Description:

Milksop is a noun that refers to a weak, timid, or ineffectual person, especially someone lacking in courage or bravery. It can also describe a soft, weak, or easily crumbled piece of bread soaked in milk or another liquid.

Senses:

  1. A weak, timid, or ineffectual person.
  2. A piece of bread soaked in liquid.

Sample Sentences:

  1. John proved to be a milksop, always avoiding conflicts and never standing up for his beliefs.
  2. Despite his muscular physique, Mike turned out to be a milksop when faced with a simple challenge.
  3. She gently dunked a milksop into her tea, savoring the softened texture and warm flavor.

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