Entity: HOMER-SIMPSON
Homer-Simpson is a slang term that refers to an amiable but stupid character who gorges on beer and doughnuts in the long-running animated television series The Simpsons. It is also used to describe a simple-minded person who is never cognizant of the world around them.
HOMER-SIMPSON
Etymology
The term 'Homer-Simpson' is derived from the name of an amiable but stupid character in the animated television series The Simpsons.
Definition
Homer-Simpson is a slang term used to describe a character who gorges on beer and doughnuts in The Simpsons, or to refer to a simple-minded person who lacks awareness of their surroundings.
Historical Context
The term was officially named after creator Matt Groening's father, Homer Groening, but is also said to be named after a character in Nathanael West's novel The Day of the Locust.
Cultural Significance
Homer-Simpson has become a widely recognized term to describe someone who is foolish or lacks intelligence, often used humorously in popular culture.
Related Concepts
- Homer
- The Simpsons
See Also
A slang term used to describe a character from The Simpsons who is known for his stupidity and love of beer and doughnuts, or to refer to a simple-minded person who lacks awareness of their surroundings.