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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

hoodlums

/hʊdlʌmz/ noun · British & US
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What does hoodlums mean?

noun

Rough, violent, or lawless young people, especially in a gang; a person who engages in violent or destructive behavior.

Example

"The police struggled to contain the hoodlums who were causing chaos in the city center."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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