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goon

/ɡuːn/ noun · British & US
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What does goon mean?

noun

A person, especially a man, who is considered to be stupid or violent; a thug or bully. A person who is employed to intimidate or harm others, especially in a sports context.

Example

"The goon was ejected from the game for his aggressive behavior."

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