bougie
n.— «The band was originally called Bougie after the slang term for getting popped in the head with a volleyball which gives some idea of their commitment to musical excellence.» —“Digging up support” by Glen Dawkins Winnipeg Sun (Manitoba, Can.) July 2, 2004. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)
Further reading
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