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American asks for British definition of English word over baffling dictionary entry

An American queried British English use of 'goon' after MacBook labeled it North American; Brits noted meanings include fool, thug, Arsenal supporter, and a Gen-Z verb, Reddit said.

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A confused American turned to Reddit to understand the different meanings of a particular word that is defined differently on either side of the Atlantic Ocean

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American left baffled by British term as they 'have to look up meaning'

An American was left baffled by the varying meanings of a specific word on either side of the Atlantic - and sought advice on the English language from Brits online

·Glasgow, United Kingdom
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American asks for British definition of English word over baffling dictionary entry

A confused American turned to Reddit to understand the different meanings of a particular word that is defined differently on either side of the Atlantic Ocean

·Bristol, United Kingdom
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Bristol Post broke the news in Bristol, United Kingdom on Monday, January 26, 2026.
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