Definitions

1. noun

a young person who behaves in a violent or aggressive manner, especially as a member of a gang.

“The police had to intervene to stop a group of hooligans causing trouble outside the stadium.”

2. noun

a person who behaves in a riotous or disorderly manner.

“The hooligans in the crowd began to throw objects at the stage.”

3. adjective

relating to or characteristic of a hooligan.

“The hooligan behavior of the fans at the football match was unacceptable.”