Meaning
A Boy Scout's neckerchief clasp or slide, originally a loop or ring of leather.
Etymology
Origin: Unknown
1923, coined in Australia by Bill Shankley, from earlier American boondoggle. Popularized from 1929 by use in Scouting for Boys, 14th edition, by Baden-Powell.
NYT Puzzle Appearances
No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2019, 2020, 2024.