fool

//fuːl//
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Noun

foolSingular
foolsPlural
1

A person who lacks good judgment or sense; someone who acts unwisely or imprudently

Don't be a fool and invest all your money in that risky scheme.

2

A person who is tricked or deceived; a dupe

He was made a fool of by the con artist.

3

A jester or clown, especially one employed in a royal or noble household to provide entertainment

The king's fool entertained the court with jokes and tricks.

Verb

foolInfinitive
foolPresent tense
fooledPast tense
fooledPast participle
foolingPresent participle
foolsThird-person singular
1

To trick or deceive someone; to make someone believe something that is not true

Don't let him fool you with his lies.

2

To act in a joking or playful manner; to engage in silly or frivolous behavior

Stop fooling around and get back to work.