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shoobie - What does it mean?

Definition of 'shoobie'

English

Noun

(en-noun)
  • (slang|US) A visitor to a coastal area who looks out of place.
  • *2005. Patrick Costello. Greenhead Politics: The Story Brigantine Taxpayers Were Never Told , Page 9:
  • *:For Brigantine residents, the sight of an out-of-towner, or "shoobie " as locals refer to tourists, maniacally jumping about and swatting at his legs, is as common on the beach as lifeguards and bikinis.
  • Usage notes

    Southern New Jersey.