In the slang of the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa, boffins are scientists, engineers, and other people who are stereotypically seen as engaged in technical or scientific research. The word 'boffin' (or 'boff' - often as an insult) can also be used to refer to any particularly clever person. The closest American equivalent is "Egghead".

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  • the British slang word for scientist
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  • In the slang of the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa, boffins are scientists, engineers, and other people who are stereotypically seen as engaged in technical or scientific research. The word 'boffin' (or 'boff' - often as an insult) can also be used to refer to any particularly clever person. The closest American equivalent is "Egghead".
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  • In the slang of the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa, boffins are scientists, engineers, and other people who are stereotypically seen as engaged in technical or scientific research. The word 'boffin' (or 'boff' - often as an insult) can also be used to refer to any particularly clever person. The closest American equivalent is "Egghead".
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