Tweedledum and Tweedledumber

English

Alternative forms

Etymology

Blend of Tweedledum and Tweedledee +‎ dumber.

Noun

Tweedledum and Tweedledumber

  1. (slang, derogatory) Two very similar simpletons, with the latter being even less intelligent.
    • 1990, Mama's Family (television sitcom), "Look Who's Breathing" (season 6, episode 18)
      - Oh, aren't they sweet?
      - Sweet, hell. They look like Tweedledum and Tweedledumber.
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