noun
- Plural of larrikin; young people, typically male, who engage in rowdy, mischievous, or disruptive behavior in public.
Usage: Australian and New Zealand slang; Often used to describe street gangs or troublemakers; Can be used affectionately or critically depending on context
Examples
- The larrikins gathered on the street corner, causing a commotion.
- In the 1880s, larrikins were known for their rowdy behavior in Australian cities.
- The police were called to disperse a group of larrikins outside the pub.
- Some larrikins spray-painted graffiti on the train station walls.
- The local community complained about the larrikins making noise late at night.
- Despite their reputation, some larrikins eventually settled down and became respectable citizens.