Meaning & use
goon
A thug or violent criminal, often hired to intimidate or harm people.
See it in a sentence
The shady businessman sent his goons to threaten anyone who refused to pay.
A pair of goons blocked the door, warning reporters to stay away.
A note on using this word
Goon is informal and often used in crime fiction or casual speech; it can also mean a foolish or clumsy person, depending on context.
Words with a similar meaning
thughenchman
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