By the bones of my ten fingers has replaced the anemic oaths of childhood. Wappin' Wharf Charles S. Brooks If the patient is anemic, a good iron preparation may prove useful.
Wiktionary(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: boondoggle(Noun) A braided ring to hold a neckerchief, particularly in scouting; a woggle. boondoggle(Noun) A waste of time and/or money; a pointless activity. Opponents consider this another billion-dollar government boondoggle.
Full Definition of GADFLY. 1. : any of various flies (as a horsefly, botfly, or warble fly) that bite or annoy livestock. 2. : a person who stimulates or annoys especially by persistent criticism. See gadfly defined for English-language learners. See gadfly defined for kids.