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.
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The good old days for the good old boys are ending.
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First Known Use of good old boy
1882
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Definition of good old boy for English Language Learners
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: 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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