hoolihan

/ˈhuːliˌhæn/

Definitions

1. noun

A hooligan, especially in the context of an American hooligan gang in the mid-19th century.

“The group of hoolihans were notorious for their violent behavior in the city.”

Synonyms

  • hooligan
  • ruffian

Antonyms

  • gentleman
  • law-abider