boy scout
The term "boy scout" can refer to a member of a youth organization focused on character and skill development, or colloquially to someone seen as overly virtuous and naive.
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Definition
B1Scouting
(general)A male participant in a youth program that aims to develop character, citizenship, and outdoor skills.
Example
- He became a boy scout to learn survival skills and make new friends.
B2Informal
(sometimes derogatory)A person perceived as overly idealistic and virtuous, often implying naivety.
Example
- Don't be such a boy scout; sometimes you need to bend the rules a little.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "boy scout":