Boxty
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- Boy
a male child, from birth to full growth, especially one less than 18 years of age. a young man who lacks maturity, judgment, etc. Informal. a grown man, especially when referred to familiarly: He liked to play poker with the boys. a son: Sam’s oldest boy is helping him in the business. a male who […]
- Boy-band
a trendy pop group of young male singers, each member typically cultivating an image so as to appeal to a preteen audience. Contemporary Examples Why Grown-Ups Should Give One Direction a Chance Andrew Romano November 24, 2013 noun an all-male vocal pop group created to appeal to a young audience noun
- Boychik
a boy or young man.
- Boycott
to combine in abstaining from, or preventing dealings with, as a means of intimidation or coercion: to boycott a store. to abstain from buying or using: to boycott foreign products. the practice of boycotting. an instance of boycotting. Contemporary Examples Russian Vodka Boycott Spreads Over Kremlin’s New Anti-Gay Laws Eliza Shapiro July 29, 2013 Paula […]
- Boyfriend
a frequent or favorite male companion; beau. a male friend. a male lover. pertaining to or noting clothing and accessories for women that are inspired by men’s fashions: roomy and comfortable boyfriend jeans; an oversize boyfriend watch. Contemporary Examples How to Make Your Trip Run Smoothly Jolie Hunt December 31, 2010 Meet Katrina Darling: Kate […]