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b-boy

[ bee-boi ]

noun

, Informal.
  1. a boy or young man who likes or is involved in hip-hop culture.


B-boy

/ ˈbiːˌbɔɪ /

noun

  1. a male rap-music fan, who typically can be identified by his casual style of dress
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Word History and Origins

Origin of b-boy1

First recorded in 1980–85; b(reak dancing) ( def ) + boy ( def )
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Word History and Origins

Origin of b-boy1

C20: from Bronx boy
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Example Sentences

As one of the b-boy pioneers, he travels around the world, performing, teaching workshops, and judging battles.

Coupelin, 29, a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a b-boy with 10 years experience, hopes to upgrade to seated venues next year.

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