guido
n. countablen. a slang word for a young Italian-American man who acts very tough and cares a lot about his clothes and hair. It is often used as an insult and can be seen as rude or offensive.
n. a derogatory slang term for a young, working-class Italian-American male, typically associated with an aggressive persona and a specific fashion style involving flashy clothing and groomed hair. Often considered an ethnic slur; use with extreme caution.
He was tired of being called a guido just because of his style.
The reality show was criticized by some groups for promoting the guido stereotype as a representative image of Italian-American youth.
Sociologists have analyzed the guido subculture as a performance of hyper-masculinity and ethnic pride, though the term remains deeply polarizing and frequently offensive to the wider community.
Primarily used in the Northeastern United States; carries a strong pejorative weight.