ˈōf noun
( -s )
Etymology: of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse alfr elf — more at elf
1. obsolete
a. : changeling 2b(2)
b. : a deformed or mentally defective child
2. : a stupid person : simpleton , dumbbell , boob
numerous readers who may not be such oafs as they suppose — F.L.Allen
3. : a big clumsy slow-witted fellow : lout , lummox