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Skelton

Noun: A misspelling of the word "skeleton."

Example sentence: Please refer to the skeleton page for information on human anatomy.

Noun: A rare surname of English origin, possibly derived from the Old English word "scylftun" meaning a farm or settlement with skeletal remains.

Example sentence: John Skelton is an acclaimed poet and scholar.

Noun: A fictional character created by British comic poet and satirist John Skelton, known for his wit and wordplay.

Example sentence: The Skelton character adds humor to the poet's works.

Adjective: Describing something skeletal or resembling a skeleton in appearance.

Example sentence: He noticed the skelton structure of the building before it was fully renovated.

Slang Noun: A term used in certain regions to refer to a fool or dim-witted person.

Example sentence: Don't be a skelton; figure out the solution to the problem!