good·man
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Definition of goodman
(Entry 1 of 2)
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: the master of a household
Goodman
biographical name
Good·man
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Definition of Goodman (Entry 2 of 2)
Benjamin David 1909–1986 Benny Goodman American musician and bandleader
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“Goodman.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/goodman. Accessed 6 Mar. 2021.
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