dude
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/d(j)uːd/
English
Definitions
noun
- A man, generally a younger man.“So we were at the mall and these two dudes just walk up to us and say "hi".”
- (used in the vocative) A term of address for someone, typically a man, particularly when cautioning him or offering him advice.“Dude, I'd be careful around the principal; he's having a bad day.”
- An inexperienced cowboy.
- A tourist.
verb
- To address someone as dude.
- To take a vacation in a dude ranch.
- Usually followed by up: to dress up, to wear smart or special clothes.
interjection
- A term of address, usually for a man, conveying awe, excitement, surprise, etc.“Dude! You finally called!”