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Meaning of city boy | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

  1. A male inhabitant of a city, or one who prefers city life
  2. A man who works in the financial sector (often capitalised).
    British
  3. A man who prioritizes his own financial success and lifestyle over romantic relationships with women.
    slang

Equivalents

Examples

“Originally, the meme was utilized to express a moment when a guy did something cool, as it directly referenced the City Boy Summer, which existed in opposition to City Girl summer."”
“City Boy is a slang term used to describe men who don't let women stand in their way of money, success or living life how they want.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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