bullyboy
/ˈbʊli bɔɪ/
noun
- A rough, aggressive man who uses threats or violence to intimidate others, often as a hired enforcer.
- The gang sent a bullyboy to collect the money.
- He acted like a bullyboy, pushing people around in the crowd.
- The movie features a villain who is a classic bullyboy.
adjective
- Characterized by or involving aggressive, intimidating behavior.
- They used a bullyboy approach to silence their critics.
- The politician's bullyboy tactics turned off many voters.
- His bullyboy attitude made him unpopular at work.
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