Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hoon

noun

/hun/

Definition

A slang term primarily used in Australia and New Zealand to describe a person who drives a vehicle in a reckless or dangerous manner.

Examples

The teenagers were labeled as hoons after causing trouble with their illegal street racing.
He drove like a hoon, weaving in and out of traffic without a care in the world.

Meaning

The term ‘hoon’ refers to someone who engages in activities such as speeding, illegal street racing, or generally exhibiting wild behavior behind the wheel. It often implies a disregard for safety and the law.