Etymology

busybodyism

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Today it means: The behaviour of a busybody; interfering, meddling. Full definition →

First used 19th c.
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The story

From busybody + -ism.

First known use, by meaning

  • from 19th c. The behaviour of a busybody; interfering, meddling.

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