Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the-boche
Noun
/ðə ˈboʊʃ/
Definition
A term used, particularly during World War I and World War II, to refer to a German soldier or the German people in general, often used in a derogatory manner.
Examples
- During World War I, the soldiers would often refer to the enemy as ‘the-boche’.
- In some literature from the era, the term is used to portray the Germans in a harsh light.
- The propaganda of the time frequently included references to ‘the-boche’ to foster unity against a common enemy.
Meaning
The term is derived from French slang and holds a negative connotation, reflecting the animosities held during the wars.
Synonyms
- Germans
- Teutons
- Huns
