kilroy

• Nom propre désignant un personnage fictif ou mythique, souvent utilisé pour représenter une présence anonyme ou omniprésente, popularisé par les soldats américains pendant la Seconde Guerre mondiale.

A proper noun referring to a fictional or mythical character, often used to represent an anonymous or ubiquitous presence, popularized by American servicemen during World War II.

indénombrable · nom propre

1. Mythical figureC1informalamerican

   A fictional character popularized by American soldiers during World War II, often depicted in graffiti as a bald man peeking over a wall with the phrase 'Kilroy was here'.

   Kilroy, personnage mythique de graffiti

   • During the war, soldiers would draw 'Kilroy was here' on walls and equipment.
   • The graffiti of Kilroy became a symbol of American presence overseas.
   • Many veterans recall seeing the Kilroy doodle in various places during their service.

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