rogue; hooligan; ruffian; indecent behavior
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesnoun
rogue; vagrant; hooligan; person without a proper job who engages in wrongdoing
derogatoryThis is the core noun meaning, describing a person with antisocial or criminal behavior. Originally referred to displaced people without steady work, but now strongly implies malicious intent.
Those hooligans were looking for trouble on the street.
He was a petty rogue before, but now he has mended his ways.
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Public security is poor in this area, and ruffians are often seen around.
noun
indecent behavior; hooliganism; acts like molesting women
derogatoryThis sense refers to the specific acts of harassment or indecency, especially towards women. Often used in the phrase "耍流氓" (to act like a hooligan/to harass).
He was harassing people on the bus and was taken away by the police.
You must respect women and not engage in any indecent behavior.
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This kind of hooliganism is despicable.