goolie
Britishnoun
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slang (usually plural) a testicle
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slang a stone or pebble
Usage
This word was formerly considered to be taboo, and it was labelled as such in previous editions of Collins English Dictionary . However, it has now become acceptable in speech, although some older or more conservative people may object to its use
Etymology
Origin of goolie
from Hindustani goli a ball, bullet
Example Sentences
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Macall B. Polay/HBO Spoiler alert: If you haven’t seen “Ging Gang Goolie,” sit around a campfire and watch before reading on.
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Meantime, the Scouts begin to sing “Ging Gang Goolie,” an innocently boyish song.
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