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Definition of a Poindexter

Poindexter

noun

  • a really smart person.
    I'm going to copy off of that Poindexter sitting over there. He answers every question correctly during discussions.

    Last edited on Feb 15 1999. Submitted by Leah A. from Ohio University, USA on Feb 15 1999.

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