hard case

See also: hardcase

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Noun

hard case (plural hard cases)

  1. (slang, mildly derogatory) A tough person.
    Because he is in the police force, Andy is a hard case.
  2. (New Zealand, slang) An amusing, funny, witty, or possibly strange person.

Usage notes

  • Second sense may sometimes be used as a term of endearment.

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