A street-savvy individual, typically young and male, who knows the local area intimately. Often associated with urban street culture, they may appear intimidating or sketchy but usually know every shortcut and can give the best directions.
Roadman
Example Sentences
"What? Does he think he's some kind of roadman?"
"That roadman knows every alley in the area."
"He dresses like a roadman with his tracksuit and man bag."
Etymology & History
British urban street youth. British youth subculture from 2010s. Tracksuit wearing British street culture. London British urban male stereotype. Drill music British association. Reflects British street culture vocabulary.
Word Details
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Region
London/Cockney
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Era
Contemporary
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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