boody

/ˈbuːdi/

Definitions

1. noun

A person, usually a man, who is considered to be a tough or intimidating individual.

“The local gang’s leader was known as a boody in the neighborhood.”

2. noun

A person who is considered to be a bully or someone who uses intimidation.

“The teacher told the student to stop being a boody to his classmates.”

3. verb

To bully or intimidate someone.

“He’s been boodying the new kid at school for weeks.”

Synonyms

  • bully
  • tough

Antonyms

  • pushover
  • weakling