boner

noun

bon·​er ˈbō-nər 

1

: one that bones

2

: a clumsy or stupid mistake

also : howler sense 2

3

informal + impolite : an erect penis

Examples of boner in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Mary is portrayed as a vicious brat whose entire bid for power rests on the fact that Edward’s adviser Seymour (Dominic Cooper) can’t get enough of ye olde S&M play, while Frances gets all her best intel from younger noblemen who pop boners at the sight of her. —Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 June 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1896, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for boner

• donor
• kroner
• kronor
• loner
• owner
• stoner
• toner
• homeowner
• landowner
• shipowner

Kids Definition

boner

noun

bon·​er ˈbō-nər 

: a stupid or ridiculous mistake