dullsville en · NOUN
Etymology
From dull + -s- + -ville, evoking a fictional town.
Meanings
- (uncountable, usually) A fictional or generic location that is boring or dull.
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(uncountable, usually) A state or condition of boredom or disinterest.
Before we began our weekend shapeup, the car looked like this: scratches and dents, broken trim, and a finish that was strictly dullsville.
1979, Bodywork & Painting, page 15:With his monotonous routine, he lives in dullsville.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| dullsvilles | Number=Plur | lexicographic |