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dude

[dood]

dude Definition

  • 1a man; a guy
  • 2an expression of excitement, approval, or agreement

Using dude: Examples

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

  • Example

    Hey dude, what's up?

  • Example

    That was an awesome concert, dude!

  • Example

    I met this cool dude at the party last night.

  • Example

    Dude, you gotta try this pizza!

dude Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for dude

Phrases with dude

  • a vacation resort offering horseback riding and other outdoor activities

    Example

    We spent a week at a dude ranch in Montana.

  • dude up

    to dress up or make oneself look stylish

    Example

    He decided to dude up for the party by wearing a suit and tie.

  • to leave or depart

    Example

    I'm getting tired, so I think I'm gonna dude out and head home.

Origins of dude

originally used in the 1800s as a term for a well-dressed man, possibly from the Scottish word 'duds' meaning clothes

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Summary: dude in Brief

The term 'dude' [dood] refers to a man or guy, and is often used as an expression of excitement, approval, or agreement. It can be used in various contexts, such as casual conversations, concerts, or parties. The phrase 'dude ranch' refers to a vacation resort offering horseback riding and other outdoor activities, while 'dude up' means to dress up or make oneself look stylish.

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