Goon ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Goon ( noun )

1. A hired thug or muscleman, often used for intimidation or violence.
2. A person who is clumsy or incompetent.
3. A foolish or stupid person.

Origin:

1930s, american english; origin uncertain, perhaps from goony, a variant of goonybird (a seabird).

Examples:

1. He hired a goon to intimidate his rival.
2. The clumsy waiter was referred to as a goon.
3. He's a bit of a goon, always breaking things.
4. The team"s new player was a goon, who couldn"t even catch the ball.
5. He was acting like a goon when he spilled his drink on her.

(As a verb)

Goon ( verb )

1. A hired thug or muscleman, often used for intimidation or violence.
2. A person who is clumsy or incompetent.
3. A foolish or stupid person.

Origin:

1930s, american english; origin uncertain, perhaps from goony, a variant of goonybird (a seabird).

Examples:

1. He hired a goon to intimidate his rival.
2. The clumsy waiter was referred to as a goon.
3. He's a bit of a goon, always breaking things.
4. The team"s new player was a goon, who couldn"t even catch the ball.
5. He was acting like a goon when he spilled his drink on her.