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hoser
Hoser or hose-head is a slang term originating in Canada that is used to reference or imitate Canadians. The term "hoser" is a comedic label given to someone that gained popularity and notoriety from the comedic skits by Rick Moranis and Dave Thomas (playing the characters of Bob and Doug McKenzie) in SCTVs "The Great White North" segments. The characters also used the verb 'to hose' as a synonym for 'to swindle'.
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Hoser or hose-head is a slang term originating in Canada that is used to reference or imitate Canadians. The term "hoser" is a comedic label given to someone that gained popularity and notoriety from the comedic skits by Rick Moranis and Dave Thomas (playing the characters of Bob and Doug McKenzie) in SCTVs "The Great White North" segments. The characters also used the verb 'to hose' as a synonym for 'to swindle'.
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