Thembo

//ˈðɛmbəʊ// noun, slang

noun, slang ·Uncommon ·College level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A physically attractive non-binary person who lacks intelligence; the non-binary equivalent of a bimbo. derogatory, slang, sometimes

    "Anyone who wishes to embrace their femininity and sexuality is welcome on the bimbos' glittery island, regardless of gender expression — Chlapecka address^([sic]) her audience as “bimbos, thembos, himbos, bimboys, or any 'bo' you wanna be” in a "get ready with me" video on her profile."

Example

More examples

"Anyone who wishes to embrace their femininity and sexuality is welcome on the bimbos' glittery island, regardless of gender expression — Chlapecka address^([sic]) her audience as “bimbos, thembos, himbos, bimboys, or any 'bo' you wanna be” in a "get ready with me" video on her profile."

Etymology

Blend of them + bimbo, by analogy with himbo.

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