A phrase first used by Plato, "an empty barrel makes the most noise". Used to describe a vacuous person, of low moral character. See: All Hat and No Cattle.
by Ironbar October 20, 2017
The frase "Empty Barrel" first found in the writing a Plato later used by Shakespeare refers to a person who makes a lot of noise but has no substance.
by Freeamerican October 21, 2017
An attention seeking individual whose full of hot air but makes a big noise about what they "think" they know.
There are two types of people in this world.
1. Those who actually "know" what they're talking about.
2. Those who "think" they know what they're talking about. An empty barrel.
Jack: That politician really puts on a convincing show but she really has no idea what she's talking about! She's an empty barrel.
1. Those who actually "know" what they're talking about.
2. Those who "think" they know what they're talking about. An empty barrel.
Jack: That politician really puts on a convincing show but she really has no idea what she's talking about! She's an empty barrel.
by The Brodsters October 21, 2017
by Chulainn October 20, 2017
An asshat libtard; an attention seeking loser searching for 15 minutes of fame by playing the victim of racism after making a total ass of themselves with an agenda that backfires. Ex: Frederica Wilson, Maxine Waters.
Frederica Wilson was outed on national TV by General John Kelly as an "empty barrel" after she went full retard .
by Zeke Stardust October 21, 2017
Quote by Plato: “An empty vessel makes the loudest sound, so they that have the least wit are the greatest babblers.”
by PawPawDog October 20, 2017
Empty barrel is a term used by older generations (baby boomer and older) that refers to a person who exhibits bluster and puts forth loud uniformed opinions to get attention. {attention-seeker} {loud mouth} {liar} {trouble-maker}
by Philly Wordsmith October 20, 2017