dude

Meanings

• noun

  A friend or buddy.

  - "He's my dude and we go way back."
  - "What's up, dude?"

• noun

  A term of address for an unknown or casual acquaintance.

  - "Excuse me, dude, can you help me carry these bags?"
  - "Hey, dude, what's the time?"

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Pronunciation

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2. /duːd/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

bloke , chap , cove , guy , dandy , fop , masher , mate

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with dude
moo , two , clue , new , view

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Variants

List of all variants of dude that leads to same result
dude , dudes , dudish , dudishly , duded , duding , dude ranch , dude ranches , wandering dude , wandering dudes , Du Pont de Nemours , Pierre-Samuel Du Pont de Nemours , Pierre-Samuel du Pont , du Pont

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Originally used as a term of address for African Americans in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. By the 1940s, it had spread to other groups and became a general term for a friend or acquaintance.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'dude' gained widespread popularity in the United States through the 1980s and 1990s, thanks in part to films like 'The Big Lebowski' and 'Dude, Where's My Car?'.

2. The word 'dude' is also used in Australia as a term of address for a young man, but its meaning is slightly different and more akin to 'mate' or 'buddy'.

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Related Concepts

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1. bro: A close friend or companion, often used interchangeably with 'dude'. Both words have similar meanings and origins.

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Culture

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In popular culture, 'dude' has been used extensively in films, music, and literature to represent a laid-back, carefree attitude. It is often associated with surfing and skateboarding subcultures.

How to Memorize "dude"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a group of friends hanging out at the beach, with one of them addressing another as 'dude'. Visualize the relaxed, carefree atmosphere and the friendly interaction between the two friends.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'dude' with the image of a laid-back, easygoing friend or acquaintance.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by associating the word 'dude' with a memorable phrase, such as 'Don't Underestimate Dudes' Easygoing Vibe'.

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