American Left Baffled by British Meaning of Word 'Goon'
An American is confused by the British meaning of 'goon', which differs from the US definition of a thug. Brits explain it often means a fool, influenced by The Goon Show.
An American is confused by the British meaning of 'goon', which differs from the US definition of a thug. Brits explain it often means a fool, influenced by The Goon Show.
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