Definition of "gomer" in English

noun

1. (historical units of measure, archaic) Alternative form of omer: a former Hebrew unit of dry volume equal to about 2.3 L or 2.1 quarts.

noun

1. A conical chamber at the breech of the bore in heavy ordnance, especially in mortars.

noun

1. (slang, derogatory) A stupid, awkward, or oafish person.

2. (US, military slang, derogatory) An inept trainee or serviceperson.

3. (US, military slang) An opponent in combat or in training.

noun

1. (medical slang, derogatory) An undesirable hospital patient, or a patient who does not need medical care.

   • That patient is a total GOMER. Turf him and let's get some lunch.

2. (slang, derogatory) A dirty, senile, or otherwise unpleasant patient.

3. (slang, informal) A patient who does not respond to medical treatment.