ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Gaylord

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈɡeɪˌlɔːd/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Gaylord is a noun meaning (Canada, US) A large carton that fits on a pallet, used for transporting goods.

Meaning

(Canada, US) A large carton that fits on a pallet, used for transporting goods.

More Meanings

  1. (slang, humorous, derogatory) Synonym of gay: a homosexual man.
  2. (slang, humorous, derogatory) An effeminate or insufficiently masculine man or boy.
  3. (slang, humorous, derogatory) A term of address for any man or boy.
  4. (slang, humorous, derogatory) Used to express dislike: lame, uncool, stupid, burdensome, contemptible, generally bad.

Example Sentences

Back to gaylord school tomorrow.
‘Gaylord!’ ¶ ‘Bum-chum!’ ¶ ‘Chutney Ferret!’
That bloke's got a pink t-shirt on - what a gaylord!
BINGO: You shouldn't have nicked my beers yer gaylord!

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