Bobblehead
noun
A bobblehead is a doll or figurine with an oversized head that bobbles on a spring, typically representing a famous person or character.
He added a new bobblehead of his favorite baseball player to his collection.
Usage tips
Neutral
bobblehead doll,sports bobblehead,collectible bobblehead
noun
Bobbleheads can also refer to individuals who frequently nod while listening or engaging in conversation, often used informally.
During the meeting, he was a bobblehead, nodding to everything his boss said.
Usage tips
Informal
nodding behavior,agreement nod,interactive listening
noun
A bobblehead is a doll or figurine with an oversized head that bobbles on a spring, typically representing a famous person or character.
He added a new bobblehead of his favorite baseball player to his collection.
Usage tips
Neutral
bobblehead doll,sports bobblehead,collectible bobblehead
noun
Bobbleheads can also refer to individuals who frequently nod while listening or engaging in conversation, often used informally.
During the meeting, he was a bobblehead, nodding to everything his boss said.
Usage tips
Informal
nodding behavior,agreement nod,interactive listening
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Humor
Bobbleheads often evoke a humorous response due to their exaggerated features.
The bobblehead of a politician can serve as a comedic commentary on their persona.
Pro Tip 2/3Nostalgic Appeal
Collecting bobbleheads can be tied to nostalgia for sports or pop culture.
Many collectors cherish bobbleheads from their childhood, connecting them to memorable events.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Icons
Bobbleheads represent cultural figures and can signify fandom.
A celebrity bobblehead may signify the collector's admiration for that person.
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Humor
Bobbleheads often evoke a humorous response due to their exaggerated features.
The bobblehead of a politician can serve as a comedic commentary on their persona.
Pro Tip 2/3Nostalgic Appeal
Collecting bobbleheads can be tied to nostalgia for sports or pop culture.
Many collectors cherish bobbleheads from their childhood, connecting them to memorable events.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Icons
Bobbleheads represent cultural figures and can signify fandom.
A celebrity bobblehead may signify the collector's admiration for that person.
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Humor
Bobbleheads often evoke a humorous response due to their exaggerated features.
The bobblehead of a politician can serve as a comedic commentary on their persona.
Pro Tip 2/3Nostalgic Appeal
Collecting bobbleheads can be tied to nostalgia for sports or pop culture.
Many collectors cherish bobbleheads from their childhood, connecting them to memorable events.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Icons
Bobbleheads represent cultural figures and can signify fandom.
A celebrity bobblehead may signify the collector's admiration for that person.
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