Meaning of the word boomer in English
What does boomer mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
boomer
US /ˈbuː.mɚ/
UK /ˈbuː.mər/
Noun
1.
a person born during a baby boom, especially one born in the years following World War II
Example:
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My grandparents are boomers, born in the 1950s.
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The term "boomer" is often used to refer to people of that generation.
2.
(informal, often derogatory) a person, typically an older one, perceived as being out of touch or resistant to modern ideas
Example:
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Okay, boomer, I've heard that argument before.
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He dismissed her ideas with a wave of his hand, saying, "That's just typical boomer thinking."