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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

gooney

/ˈɡuːni/ noun · British & US
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What does gooney mean?

noun

A foolish or awkward person, especially a young man. A type of seagull, particularly the black-backed gull.

Example

"He was acting like a gooney on the dance floor, tripping over his own feet."

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