tommy boy

English

Etymology

From Tommy +‎ boy.

Noun

tommy boy (plural tommy boys)

  1. A goofy, inept but lovable person; a term of endearment.
  2. (by extension) Synonym of homeboy or friend.
  3. A placeholder name to address someone whose real name is unknown.
    Synonyms: John Smith, John Doe
  4. Synonym of tomboy; a girl who behaves in a boyish manner.
  5. A British soldier.
    Synonym: Tommy Atkins
  6. A leader of a group or organization, often in reference to illegal activities.
    1. A top boy.
    2. A pimp.
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