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Goon
01
a criminal hired to harm or threaten people
Dialect
American
American
Examples
The goon stood menacingly outside the nightclub, eyeing everyone who passed by with suspicion.
Despite his intimidating appearance, Jake was more of a gentle giant than a goon; he loved animals and spent his weekends volunteering at the local shelter.
02
a clumsy, foolish, or unintelligent person
Examples
Do n't be such a goon — pay attention to what you're doing.
He felt like a goon after spilling coffee on his shirt.
