crazy bone

noun

, Chiefly Northern, Midland, and Western U.S.

1. funny bone.

crazy bone

noun

1. a US name for funny bone

Word History and Origins

Origin of crazy bone¹

An Americanism dating back to 1850–55

Example Sentences

“You’ve got to have a crazy bone,” according to Nancy Brewer.

From Washington Times

“Everything is going to be OK. It just hit my crazy bone,” Cuthbert said.

From Washington Times

O make the weary spent-up glad, And cheer the orphan lass and lad; Make frailty’s heart, so long, long sad,       Your kindness feel; And make old crazy bones stark mad       To dance a reel.

From Project Gutenberg

A spent bullet did hit me on the “crazy bone,” and as I was leading Bob's horse it caused a little excitement for a minute, but that was all.

From Project Gutenberg

"Took me right on the 'crazy bone' and made me jump for a minute, but it's hardly bleeding now."

From Project Gutenberg

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