good old boy

noun

\ˈgu̇d-ōl(d)-ˌbȯi

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variants: or good ol' boy or good ole boy

Definition of good old boy

: a usually white Southerner who conforms to the values, culture, or behavior of his peers

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Big and bearded, he was usually cast in small but memorable roles as bikers, tough guys or good old boys. — Peter Keepnews, New York Times, "Mickey Jones, Drummer Turned Character Actor, Is Dead at 76," 8 Feb. 2018 The good old days for the good old boys are ending. — Stu Bykofsky, Philly.com, "Bill O'Reilly's beef with the Almighty | Stu Bykofsky," 24 Oct. 2017

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good old boy

noun

English Language Learners Definition of good old boy

: a white man from the southern U.S. who has interests, beliefs, etc., that are commonly associated with white southern men

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