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Fredo
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Etymology 1
Compare the given names it Federico and it Alfredo.
Proper noun
en male Italian.
Etymology 2
From Fredo Corleone, a fictional character in the 1969 novel The Godfather (novel) The Godfather (and later film adaptations).
Noun
en sometimes _ offensive The weakest or least intelligent member of a family or other group.
en 2003 Firing Fido!: How Radically Redefining Loyalty Unleashes True Leadership Chris Kozakis 1412005655 A Fredo, in general, has very low self-esteem - he was never taught how to be independent or accountable for his actions in the real world.
en 2003 A New Beginning Kevin Ryan 29 0689855206 “Fredo,” Michael said immediately. “Yeah, no guy sees himself as Fredo. He was the cowardly, loser brother. Plus, he betrayed Michael.”“Well, I know plenty of Fredos. I've dated many of them,” Maria said sourly, shooting Michael a look.
en 2004 Newsweek - Volume 144 28 We all know a Fredo, a Sonny, a Michael. When it comes to "The Godfather," we're all the experts.
en 2016 The Routledge Companion to Family Business Franz W. Kellermanns; Frank Hoy 1317419987 How do “Fredos” Affect the Family Firm?
en 2017 The Business Owner's Guide to Financial Freedom Mark J. Kohler 1613083750 Or is your family a who's who of Sonny's and Fredos?
Usage notes
Possibly offensive to those of Italian descent.
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