Stoolies Meaning in English
word · lemma: stoolie
Definition
Slang term for people who secretly give information about others to the police, often betraying friends or associates.
Usage & Nuances
"Stoolie" is informal American slang, often used when talking about criminal situations. Negative and sometimes insulting—avoid using for non-criminal informants. Related terms: "snitch", "rat". More common in older movies and crime novels.
Example Sentences
The police caught the thief because of the stoolies.
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The gang does not trust stoolies.
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Many criminals are afraid of stoolies.
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Some of the stoolies were actually working for both the police and the gang.
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Back in the day, the boss had a way to deal with stoolies who betrayed him.
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Everyone suspects there are stoolies inside the organization leaking information.
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