What does WALLY mean?

Wally

Part of Speech: Noun
Definition: (1) A foolish or inept person. (2) A person who is easily taken advantage of or deceived.
Pronunciation (US): /ˈwɑli/
Pronunciation (UK): /ˈwɒli/
Origin and Usage: The word "wally" originated in British English and is considered informal. It is derived from the name Walter and was first recorded in the late 19th century.
Synonyms: Fool, idiot, nincompoop, simpleton.
Related Words: Dolly, Sally, Tally, Rally, Gally.
Example Sentences:
- He felt like a wally for forgetting his keys again.
- She realized she had been a wally for trusting him with her money.
- Don be such a wally, use your common sense!