"Jagoff" is American slang strongly associated with the Pittsburgh region and dates to the 20th century. It likely derives from "jag," meaning to poke or annoy, combined with a crude suffix influenced by sexual slang. It came to mean a detestable, annoying, or foolish person. The term is used in informal speech, especially regionally. It is vulgar and derogatory.

What is the origin of the term "jagoff" and how is it used?

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Definition und Bedeutung von „jagoff“ im Englischen

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