need one's head examined en · VERB
Etymology
Facetiously suggesting that a person has mental issues and should see a doctor.
Meanings
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(derogatory, slang) Indicating that a person is very foolish, or making a stupid decision.
You paid how much for that piece of junk? You need your head examined!
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| needing one's head examined | Tense=Pres, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| needed one's head examined | Tense=Past, VerbForm=Part | lexicographic | |
| needed one's head examined | Tense=Past | lexicographic | |
| needs one's head examined | Number=Sing, Person=3, Tense=Pres | lexicographic |