Good Old Boy Definition
noun
A man of the S U.S., variously characterized as easygoing, companionable, assertively masculine, and strongly identifying with his regional lifestyle.
Webster's New World
A man having qualities held to be characteristic of certain Southern white males, such as a relaxed or informal manner, strong loyalty to family and friends, and often an anti-intellectual bias and intolerant point of view.
American Heritage
(idiomatic) A male friend or chum, especially a schoolmate; a man with an established network of friends who assist one another in social and business situations; a decent, dependable fellow.
Wiktionary
Synonyms:
- good-ol-boy
- good-ole-boy
Other Word Forms of Good Old Boy
Noun
Singular:
good old boy
Plural:
good-old-boys
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