attaboy

[ˌæt̬.əˈbɔɪ]

attaboy Definition

used to express encouragement, approval, or admiration to a boy or man.

Using attaboy: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "attaboy" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Attaboy! You did a great job on that project.

  • Example

    He scored the winning goal! Attaboy!

  • Example

    You fixed the car all by yourself? Attaboy!

Origins of attaboy

from 'that's the boy'

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Summary: attaboy in Brief

'Attaboy' [ˌæt̬.əˈbɔɪ] is an interjection used to express encouragement, approval, or admiration to a boy or man. It is often used to praise someone for a job well done, as in 'Attaboy! You did a great job on that project.' 'Attaboy' has no synonyms or antonyms and is not typically used in formal contexts.