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galoot

noun
ga·​loot | \ gə-ˈlüt How to pronounce galoot (audio) \

Definition of galoot

slang
: fellow especially : one who is strange or foolish

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Synonyms for galoot

Synonyms

bastard, bloke [chiefly British], buck, cat, chap [chiefly British], chappie [British], dude, fella, fellow, gent, gentleman, guy, hombre, jack, joe, joker, lad, male, man

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Examples of galoot in a Sentence

he's a bighearted galoot, even if he's not the sharpest tool in the shed

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In other Gronkowski news, the big galoot has always been generous with his time and his compassion. — Jim Mcbride, BostonGlobe.com, "John Hannah ideal choice to honor ex-teammate, good friend Leon Gray," 20 July 2019 But Judge, his uncommon size notwithstanding, is not just a musclebound galoot who clubs baseballs over the wall with brute strength. — Billy Witz, New York Times, "How Aaron Judge Built Baseball’s Mightiest Swing," 17 July 2017

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First Known Use of galoot

circa 1818, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for galoot

of obscure origin

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galoot

noun

English Language Learners Definition of galoot

US slang : a man or boy especially : one who is foolish or awkward

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