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Meaning of doughboy

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doughboy (n)

an American infantryman in World War I

a rounded lump of dough that is deep-fried and served as hot bread

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an American infantryman in World War I, a rounded lump of dough that is deep-fried and served as hot bread

cavalryman, grunt, dragoon,infantryman, foot soldier, soldier, raider, footman, cavalier, cuirassier

civilian, civilian,,

During World War I, American soldiers were often referred to as "doughboys."

The term "doughboy" likely originated from the dough-colored uniforms that American soldiers wore.

Doughboys were often depicted in popular culture as being young, naive, and patriotic.

The term "doughboy" is still sometimes used today to refer to American soldiers, although it is not as common as it once was.