A boy or an immature grown male.
Lad
Example Sentences
"He's a good lad."
"Out with the lads tonight."
Etymology & History
British term for boy/young man. From Middle English 'ladde'. While international, British 'lad culture' (1990s-2000s masculine drinking/sports culture) is specific. Regional variations.
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
1990s
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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