How to pronounce “dude”

Meaning

• [Noun]
• (chiefly US, Canada, colloquial) A man, generally a younger man.
• (colloquial, used in the vocative) A term of address for someone, typically a man, particularly when cautioning them or offering advice.
• (slang) A tourist.
• (archaic) A man who is very concerned about his dress and appearance; a dandy, a fop.
• [Interjection]
• (slang) A term of address, usually for a man, conveying awe, excitement, surprise, annoyance, etc.
• [Verb]
• To address someone as dude.
• To take a vacation in a dude ranch.
• (US) Usually followed by up: to dress up, to wear smart or special clothes.

Practice Nearby Words

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Similar Sounds

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