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/ˈboʊ.ner/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A mistake or blunder, often resulting in embarrassment.
He made a real boner by forgetting his boss's name during the meeting.
An inappropriate or awkward situation, particularly in social contexts.
That was a boner of a question to ask at a formal dinner.
Slang term for an erection.
He tried to hide his boner when he realized he had walked into a room full of people.
Etymology
Unknown, possibly from the word 'bonehead,' meaning a foolish person.
Common Phrases and Expressions
boner move
An awkward or embarrassing mistake.
real boner
A significant or notable mistake.
boner alert
A humorous notification of someone making a mistake.
Related Words
blunder
A careless or stupid mistake.
gaffe
A social blunder or faux pas.
slip
An accidental mistake.
Slang Meanings
An informal term for an erection.
He quickly adjusted himself to hide the boner.
A foolish or ridiculous mistake.
That was a real boner when I called him by the wrong name.