Associations to the word «Boffin»

Wiktionary

BOFFIN, noun. (UK) (Australia) (informal) A scientist or engineer, especially one engaged in technological or military research.

Dictionary definition

BOFFIN, noun. (British slang) a scientist or technician engaged in military research.

Wise words

To use the same words is not a sufficient guarantee of understanding; one must use the same words for the same genus of inward experience; ultimately one must have one's experiences in common.
Friedrich Nietzsche