Boomer
/ˈbuːmər/
Definitions
A member of the baby boomer generation (born approximately 1946-1964).
/ˈbuːmər/
A person who belongs to the baby boomer generation.
My parents are boomers.
💡 Simply: Someone born after WWII.
More Examples
Boomer humor is often considered outdated.
How It's Used
"The study focused on the voting habits of boomers."
"Many online discussions center around the perceived differences between millennials and boomers."
Idioms & expressions
OK, boomer
A dismissive retort towards older generations, often implying their opinions are outdated or irrelevant.
"Young people often use 'OK, boomer' to dismiss older people's opinions."
Shortened form of "baby boomer", referring to individuals born during the post-World War II baby boom (roughly 1946-1964). The term's usage has evolved to encompass generational stereotypes.
Initially used to describe the post-WWII baby boom generation, it has since taken on a more colloquial and sometimes pejorative connotation.
Memory tip
Think of the population 'boom' after World War II.