brodie

noun1

1. •
   (Internet) A close male friend, or a man deserving of respect; a bro.

noun2

1. •
   (US, informal) A suicidal leap.

   • "We don't believe this bird took a Brodie," Bruckman told them. "He wouldn't know the meaning of remorse, and he's not the suicidal type. […] — 1960
2. •
   (informal, figurative) A risky enterprise; a chance taken.

   • August Marien took a brodie (any one is apt to) by getting married last month. — 1916