Meaning of boys?
Hi,
what is the meaning of boys in the following text?
The cop returned with reinforcements and just as Clete was about to give his speech he was confronted with the officer. "Sir, we're gonna have to ask you o leave."
"Hang on boys, I'll be through in ten minutes."
Thanks
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In this case "boys" is an informal or pally way to address a group of men (I assume your example refers to men rather than literally boys).
- In this case "boys" is an informal or pally way to address a group of men (I assume your example refers to men rather than literally boys).
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In this case "boys" is an informal or pally way to address a group of men (I assume your example refers to men rather than literally boys).
0anonymouswhat is the meaning of boys in the following text?
It's just a generic way of addressing a group of men. Alternatives would include guys, fellows, gentlemen, or (in British English) chaps. In a context like this boys would carry a subtle message implying "hey, we're all friends, you cooperate with me and I'll coop
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