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ˈhoʊ zərhoser
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hosernoun
Back when Hockey was played on frozen ponds and lakes the losers of the hockey game would have to hose the lakes to become clean, smooth ice. They were tagged "Hosers".
hosernoun
A clumsy, boorish person, especially an uncouth, beer-drinking man.
hosernoun
A person whose self interest often outweighs any ethical considerations.
hosernoun
Not an overtly criminal individual, but one known to participate in petty infractions and rule bending. Example: A hoser would consume food or alcoholic beverages, typically pizza and beer, with complete disregard to ownership or sharing.
Etymology: From hose.
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Hoser
Hoser or hose-head is a slang term originating in Canada that is used to reference or imitate Canadians.The term "hoser", long used by Canadians, is a comedic label given to someone that gained popularity and notoriety from the comedic skits by Rick Moranis and Dave Thomas (playing the characters of Bob and Doug McKenzie) in SCTV's "The Great White North" segments. The characters also used the verb 'to hose' as a synonym for 'to swindle'.
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Hoser
Hoser is both a slang term and a derogatory term, originating from Canada and used primarily by those imitating Canadians. It is not often used by Canadians, but it is sometimes used as "typical" Canadian slang by others. The term "hoser" gained popularity from the comedic skits by Rick Moranis and Dave Thomas in SCTV’s "The Great White North" segments.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of Hoser in Chaldean Numerology is: 4
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of Hoser in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2
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