Bob and Doug, two dim-witted beer-swilling brothers wearing heavy winter clothing and tuques, would comment on various elements of Canadian life and culture, frequently employing the interjection "Eh?" and derisively calling each other "hoser."

Hoser or hose-head is a slang term originating in Canada that is used to reference or imitate Canadians. [1] 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 SCTV's "The Great White North" segments ...

Jun 27, 2024 · As brothers Bob and Doug McKenzie on ‘SCTV,’ actors Rick Moranis and Dave Thomas made ‘hoser’ popular—and there are plenty of theories about the word’s origin.

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Jun 27, 2019 · “Hoser” is a slang word for a Canadian of limited intelligence and little education. Almost always a white man, a hoser is, to some extent, the Canadian equivalent of American terms like “hillbilly” and “redneck” – though without the …

“Keep calm, grab a beer, and say ‘eh’.” These quotes are just a taste of the hilarity that Bob & Doug McKenzie brought to audiences. Their unique brand of comedy, filled with Canadian charm and humor, continues to entertain fans to this day.

Mar 14, 2018 · The word hoser can be used as an insult or as a term of endearment; the variation hosehead, is certainly an insult. It’s a mild insult, meaning something like jerk or idiot or loser. Its origin is unclear, and there are several debatable etymologies of the word.

Dec 20, 2017 · In 1971, Time Magazine published the article Canadian English: It’s a little different, eh? which focused on “eh” as a true Canadianism. Then in the ’80s, characters Bob and Doug McKenzie of the satire hit show Great White North popularized the hoser stereotype.

May 18, 2017 · SCTV's hoser brothers Bob and Doug McKenzie, played by Rick Moranis and Dave Thomas, changed how Canadians and others outside of the country view the word 'eh.' (CBC Still Photo Collection ...

Hoser: (n) Canadian hockey derogatory term that is similar to the American "idiot" or "loser". It is derived from the pre-zamboni days, where the LOSING team would have to hose down the ice after the game.