po' boy

• po'boy, po-boy, poboy, po boy, poor boy

Shortened form of poor boy. Beyond that, the etymology is disputed.

• (General American) IPA^(key): /ˈpoʊ.bɔɪ/

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• Rhymes: -ɔɪ

po' boy (plural po' boys)

1. (especially Louisiana) A traditional submarine sandwich from Louisiana, typically consisting of meat or seafood, usually fried, served on a Louisiana baguette.

• (sandwich): see sub

• bánh mì
• muffaletta