Meaning of the word noddy in English

What does noddy mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

noddy

US /ˈnɑː.di/
UK /ˈnɒd.i/

Noun

1.

a simpleton or fool

Example:
He acted like a complete noddy, falling for every trick.
Only a noddy would believe such an obvious lie.
2.

a tropical seabird of the tern family, typically dark-plumaged with a pale crown

Example:
We spotted a brown noddy nesting on the cliff.
The island is home to a large colony of noddies.