milksop

UK
/ˈmɪlk.sɒp/
US
/ˈmɪlk.sɑp/

Übersetzungen

milksopadjektiv
more milksop
Komp.
most milksop
Super.
UK
/ˈmɪlk.sɒp/
US
/ˈmɪlk.sɑp/
Used attributively to describe something or someone as weak-willed, timid, or lacking courage.
milksopsubstantiv
milksops
Pl.
UK
/ˈmɪlk.sɒp/
US
/ˈmɪlk.sɑp/
He was considered a milksop by his peers.
Его сверстники считали его тряпкой.
Zusätzliche Übersetzungen

Definitionen

milksopadjektiv
Weak, timid, or lacking courage; characteristic of a milksop.
His milksop attitude made it difficult for the team to rely on him in high-pressure situations.
milksopsubstantiv
A person who is indecisive, lacks courage, or is overly timid.
Despite his impressive resume, he was considered a milksop by his colleagues because he avoided making tough decisions.
A piece of bread (or other food) soaked in milk, typically given to babies or invalids.
The nurse handed the child a milksop to chew on while she prepared his bottle.