noun

boomer

BOO-muh

Boomer (noun) means a member of the "baby boomer" generation, born roughly between 1946 and 1964. Example: “Many boomers are now approaching retirement.”

noun

A member of the "baby boomer" generation, born roughly between 1946 and 1964.

"Many boomers are now approaching retirement."

An older person, used informally and sometimes dismissively regardless of actual generation.

"Stop being such a boomer about texting."

How to use boomer

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomeone from the post-war baby boom generation, or, more loosely, an older person seen as out of touch.

When to use it

The informal, generalized sense ("ok boomer") is often used as a light insult and can come across as dismissive.

Word forms

boomers plural, Boomers plural

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Etymology

A shortened form of "baby boomer," referring to the surge in births following the Second World War.

Synonyms

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baby boomer

Rhymes for boomer

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Frequently asked questions

What does “boomer” mean?

The word “boomer” means a member of the "baby boomer" generation, born roughly between 1946 and 1964. In plain terms, someone from the post-war baby boom generation, or, more loosely, an older person seen as out of touch.

How do you pronounce “boomer”?

“Boomer” is pronounced BOO-muh (/ˈbumɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “boomer” in a sentence?

Here is “boomer” used in a sentence: “Many boomers are now approaching retirement.”

What part of speech is “boomer”?

“Boomer” is a noun.

How many meanings does “boomer” have?

“Boomer” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a member of the "baby boomer" generation, born roughly between 1946 and 1964.