Fibber

Fibber is a term that can refer to several different things, most notably a character and a type of lie.

In the context of popular culture, "Fibber" is most famously associated with Fibber McGee and Molly, a popular American radio comedy program that aired from 1935 to 1959. The show's central character, John "Fibber" McGee, was a boastful but essentially good-hearted man who would often tell tall tales, leading to humorous situations. His signature bit was the unseen closet door that would open to an avalanche of junk whenever he tried to hide something.

More generally, "fibber" is an informal term for someone who tells lies or fibs. A fib is a minor or trivial lie, often told to avoid causing offense or to maintain social harmony. The term "fibber" carries a connotation of lighthearted dishonesty rather than serious deception.

The word "fib" itself is believed to have originated in the 19th century, possibly as a euphemism for "fob," meaning to deceive or cheat. Over time, "fibber" became the common noun for a person who engages in such minor falsehoods. The character of Fibber McGee capitalized on this familiar understanding of the term, making his exaggerated stories a source of amusement for audiences.