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hodad
What does hodad mean?
A non-surfer who pretends to surf and frequents beaches, hanging around the scene without paddling out. A classic surf-culture poser.
"He talks a huge game but he's a total hodad who's never caught a wave."
Origin
Late 1950s Southern California surf slang; of uncertain origin, popular in early surf culture.
Frequently asked questions
What is a hodad?
A hodad is a poser who hangs around the beach and pretends to be a surfer but never actually paddles out or catches waves.
Where does hodad come from?
It's late-1950s Southern California surf slang. Its exact origin is uncertain, but it was popular in the early days of surf culture.
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