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Definition Boys’ Own in British English

Boys’ Own adjective

adjective
/ˌbɔɪz ˈəʊn/

From the Boys’ Own Paper, a British magazine for boys that was sold at the beginning of the 20th century and contained stories of people having dangerous and exciting experiences.

Example

a Boys' Own hero

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Definition Boys’ Own in British English